The Purchasing Management Association of Rhode Island (PMARI) serving the greater Rhode Island area and affiliated with the Institute for Supply Management - strives to establish and maintain standards of excellence on all matters affecting the Purchasing and Supply Chain Management profession within the Greater Rhode Island Area.

The Association, through its alliance with ISM, the State of Rhode Island, and other professional organizations, promotes educational and managerial programs to further the growth and professionalism of PMARI members. The Association also seeks ways in which its members can stimulate and improve economic development in the greater Rhode Island area.