Purchasing Platform
What's the Work-Life Balance Like at Purchasing Platform?
Purchasing Platform Employee Perspectives
What does flexibility in the workplace look like for you?
For me, flexibility means having the support to work in a way that aligns with my goals, schedule and personal preferences. I had only been with Purchasing Platform for a few months when I first brought up the idea of working remotely from Japan for six months on a Nomad Visa. I really wasn’t sure what the response would be, but from the start the team dynamics made me feel comfortable asking so I gave it a shot. Working with my manager and HR, we aligned on a few core overlap hours to make sure I could collaborate with the team and I’ve had the freedom to manage the rest of my schedule based on what works across time zones. It’s not a free-for-all — there’s structure — but it’s built on mutual trust. Again, the fact that I felt comfortable even bringing up the idea and that we made it work, says a lot about the culture here.
Why is flexibility an important element of your company’s culture?
Since I started learning Japanese five years ago I knew I wanted to go to Japan — and not just for visiting, but to truly immerse myself in the culture and daily life. Thanks to Purchasing Platform’s flexible approach to work, I have been able to make that dream a reality without hitting pause on my career. Being supported in such a meaningful life experience has been incredibly fulfilling and it’s made me even more invested in the work I do. When a company trusts you to live your life fully while contributing to big goals, it really creates a level of loyalty and motivation that can’t be forced.
What tools or meeting structures ensure that a flexible work setup works for everyone?
We have a few meetings throughout the week that the team has scheduled earlier in the day that really help keep us aligned. These are our daily tech standup and a weekly cross-functional sync. Both are short, focused meetings — 15 minutes or less — but they go a long way in keeping communication smooth and making sure nothing slips through the cracks. All of the team members are also very open to quick sync ups as needed which really fits with my communication style as well.
What People Are Saying About Purchasing Platform
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Remote or Hybrid Flexibility: Work setup allows manager‑approved remote arrangements across time zones with structured overlap hours and short daily standups. A light in‑office cadence of roughly one day per week in Chicago supports location flexibility for many roles.
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Time Off Access: Policies include generous PTO with manager‑approved unlimited time off after 90 days, paid sick and holidays, and a company shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s. These practices create clear avenues for taking meaningful time away.
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Supportive Culture: Accounts highlight supportive teammates and a blame‑free environment that fosters psychological safety. External features recognize the organization among companies that prioritize balance, reinforcing these cultural cues.
Purchasing Platform's Benefits
Offers generous PTO
Employees who have been with the company for 90 days are eligible for unlimited time off with the approval of their supervisor.
Offers paid volunteer time
Our employees receive unlimited hours per year of paid volunteer time with the permission of their manager.
Provides bereavement leave
Provides floating holidays
Provides paid holidays
Provides paid sick days
Employees who have been with the company for 90 days are eligible for unlimited time off with the approval of their supervisor.
Utilizes company-wide vacation
We close down the week between US Christmas and New Years holidays as part of our company paid holiday schedule.
Offers company-sponsored happy hours
Offers company-sponsored outings
Offers Employee Resource Groups
Offers fitness stipend
Monthly stipend for gym membership.
Offers wellness programs
Monthly $50 reimbursement for a wellness program
Partners with nonprofits
Purchasing Platform partners with non-profit organizations (e.g. the Shedd Aquarium) in a variety of ways to provide educational and volunteer opportunities to our employees.
Provides onsite meditation space
Provides opportunities to volunteer in the local community
We support our employees from volunteering across a range of local activities, and financially support the employees time where needed.
Offers a remote work program
Our remote work program includes work from home Full-time remote for all positions, Full-time remote for specific positions, Work remotely on occasion as needed.
Utilizes a flexible work schedule
We offer our employees unlimited flexible hours with the permission of their manager.
Utilizes a hybrid work model
