Purchasing Specialist, Gainesville Job at Meridian Behavioral, Gainesville, FL

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  • Meridian Behavioral
  • Gainesville, FL

Job Description


Location: Gainesville, FL

Pay: $20.00/hour | Non-Exempt

Why Choose Meridian?

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.

We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.) . If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll support the operational and financial integrity of Meridian by managing purchasing processes, coordinating travel logistics, and ensuring compliance with funding and regulatory requirements.

You’ll collaborate across departments, helping teams navigate purchasing and travel processes while maintaining strong financial controls and accuracy. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, improving processes, and supporting a mission-driven organization.

What You Will Do:

  • Manage and process purchase and travel requests, ensuring proper approvals and accurate coding
  • Support compliance with federal, state, and organizational financial guidelines (UGG, OMB, and funding requirements)
  • Track budgets and expenses, helping ensure responsible and strategic use of resources
  • Coordinate travel logistics, including registration, lodging, and reimbursements
  • Maintain vendor relationships and business accounts (e.g., Amazon Business, Office Depot)
  • Ensure accurate financial documentation, receipts, and audit readiness
  • Assist with p-card tracking, invoice processing, and payment coordination
  • Collaborate with internal teams to provide guidance on purchasing and travel processes
  • Contribute to process improvements and internal controls that support efficiency and compliance

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience with at least 3 years in purchasing, finance, or related work)
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including formulas and pivot tables)
  • Experience with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office tools
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively across teams

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Competitive Pay & Incentives
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick time, and holidays
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health plans, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
  • Retirement Planning: 403(b) with up to 8% company match after 7 years
  • Growth & Development: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
  • Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources
  • Inclusive Culture: Supportive, team-oriented environment with employee events and recognition
  • Additional Perks: Cell phone discounts, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more

Make a Difference

Help bring hope and healing to the communities we serve.

Apply today and start your Meridian career

For information on Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and screening requirements, visit .

Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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