Össur

Procurement Assistant

Össur
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing procurement processes, including order processing, vendor management, and data accuracy. Proficient in utilizing procurement systems and Microsoft Office tools to support purchasing activities and maintain accurate records.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Attention To DetailCustomer Service OrientationData Entry AccuracyMicrosoft Office ProficiencyProcurement Systems Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Assist with creating and processing shopping carts and purchase orders
  • Monitor order status and communicate updates to internal stakeholders
  • Follow up on backorders and delivery delays
  • Assist with processing returns, credits, and order discrepancies
  • Respond to routine purchasing inquiries and procurement-related emails
  • Assist with vendor setup and maintenance
  • Collect and organize vendor documentation and required forms
  • Maintain vendor records and contact information within procurement systems
  • Coordinate shipping account requests and updates
  • Assist with monthly inventory counts and stock audits
  • Enter and maintain item data within Business Central, Nymbl, and other procurement systems
  • Update item descriptions, pricing, categories, and related records
  • Verify data accuracy and report discrepancies for resolution
  • Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices
  • Assist with resolving routine invoice discrepancies
  • Organize procurement documentation and maintain electronic records
  • Support finance and accounting teams with procurement-related information requests
  • Prepare spreadsheets and reports related to purchasing activities
  • Assist with gathering spend and purchasing data
  • Support procurement projects, office openings, relocations, and departmental initiatives as assigned
  • Participate in training and cross-functional team meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Associate degree in business, supply chain, healthcare administration, or related field preferred
  • 0-2 years of purchasing, procurement, administrative, customer service, or related experience
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
  • Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Experience with ERP or purchasing systems preferred but not required
  • Competencies: Attention to Detail; Customer Service Orientation; Time Management; Written and Verbal Communication; Organizational Skills; Computer Proficiency; Teamwork and Collaboration; Problem Solving; Dependability
  • Primarily remote; standard office equipment and software including computers, phones, scanners, and related office technology

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • A culture rooted in trust, empathy, and Nordic-inspired flat hierarchies
  • Tailored onboarding and a buddy system to help you feel at home from day one
  • Continuous learning through e-learning, training, and language courses
  • A “you” culture where everyone—from interns to executives—is treated with respect
  • Competitive Compensation Packages
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contribution
  • 8 paid holidays
  • 13 vacation days, birthday and two (2) volunteer days
  • 8 sick days within your first year of employment
  • Paid Parental Bonding

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Hard Skills
Order ProcessingVendor ManagementData EntryInventory ManagementPurchase Order Matching
Soft Skills
Organizational SkillsTime ManagementWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeamwork
Tools & Technologies
Business CentralNymblMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Word
Industry Keywords
ProcurementPurchasingSupply ChainAdministrative SupportCustomer Service