Procurement Coordinator (Remote)
Step Up For Students · United States · 1 mo ago
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About the role
Join a collaborative and growing Procurement team where you'll gain valuable exposure to strategic sourcing, vendor partnerships, contract administration, and business operations. As a Procurement Coordinator, you will support critical procurement processes, help manage vendor relationships throughout their lifecycle, and work closely with internal stakeholders across the organization. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop a strong foundation in procurement and contract management while contributing to initiatives that drive operational efficiency and business success.
Responsibilities
- Support the vendor selection and onboarding process by conducting basic research and preparing summaries of vendor offerings and scheduling meetings.
- Assist in drafting, distributing, and collecting vendor forms and documentation.
- Help coordinate requests for information (RFIs), proposals (RFPs), and quotes (RFQs).
- Maintain the contract repository by uploading agreements, updating contract terms (start/end dates), and assisting with record maintenance and clean-up.
- Track vendor performance data and support the scheduling of vendor business reviews.
- Collaborate with other departments to gather vendor-related needs and maintain communication logs.
- Assist in invoice processing support, monitoring of payment schedules, and coordination with finance to ensure timely payments.
- Help organize vendor meetings, prepare agendas, take notes, and follow up on action items.
- Monitor contract expiration dates and help prepare documentation for renewals, amendments, or terminations.
- Perform general administrative tasks related to vendor and contract management as assigned.
- Provide administrative support to the VP, including managing meeting agendas, booking travel arrangements, and handling day-to-day operational tasks.
- Vendor Risk Assessment management through the lifecycle.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated success and a proven track record in professional/life experience in specific job functions, projects, or industries.
- Military service can substitute for professional experience and/or formal education requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
You’ll Stand Out If You Have
- Internship or coursework in procurement, vendor management, or business operations.
- Experience with contract databases or basic procurement systems a plus.
Key Competencies
- Willingness to learn vendor and contract management best practices.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Analytical mindset with curiosity about process improvement.
- Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive documents.
Working Conditions And Equipment Use
- Work is performed indoors in a typical office environment - not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
- Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance may be required, depending on role responsibilities.
- Must be able to lift up to fifteen (15) pounds.
- Frequent use of office machines to include telephone, computer, and printer.