Indirect Procurement Specialist

About the role

Embrace the opportunity to become an Indirect Procurement Specialist for Applied Industrial Technologies.

Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value‑added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. The company serves MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through multi‑channel capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the strategic sourcing and management of indirect spend categories such as office supplies, uniforms, and travel to optimize cost and service.
• Serve as point of contact for indirect goods/service providers and internal customers while ensuring appropriate levels of management engagement and approval.
• Develop Requests for Proposal, purchase contracts and professional services agreements.
• Create and maintain indirect purchasing policies, procedures, and process controls.
• Gather market intelligence and track industry trends for assigned purchasing categories.
• Execute Environmental, Social, and Governance initiatives within assigned spend categories.
• Build and maintain beneficial relationships with internal customers and suppliers.
• Develop and execute cost reduction strategies for assigned spend categories.
• Lead facilities management projects at both local and field facilities as needs arise.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.
• Oversee category administration, ensuring accurate financial coding, payment, supplier vetting and compliance with company standards.
• Deploy supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Investigate, propose, and execute strategies and activities to reduce the company’s costs and increase service to customers.
• Create and maintain productive relationships between suppliers and internal customers.
• Lead contract development activity in conjunction with the Legal department.
• Facilitate payment for indirect goods and services and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Act as Office Coordinator for Applied’s Corporate Headquarters, including janitorial liaison, inventory management, furniture and workspace configuration, and maintenance.
• Vet vendors, conduct purchase negotiations and execute purchases of office and warehouse equipment and services for local HQ and field locations.
• Develop an annual budget; track and manage expenses within budget.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong organization and communication skills, especially e‑mail.
• Experience with spreadsheet software and data analysis tools.
• 3+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management preferred.