Procurement Specialist

About the role

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join a team in Secaucus, New Jersey in a contract‑to‑potential‑permanent capacity. The role focuses on shaping market‑level sourcing plans, strengthening supplier partnerships, and supporting procurement operations that align with business goals, working closely with construction, facilities, legal, and cross‑functional stakeholders to improve purchasing practices, maintain documentation, and drive consistent vendor performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and roll out procurement plans for the assigned market in partnership with construction and facilities teams at both market and broader organizational levels.
• Oversee vendor agreements by tracking performance, leading recurring business reviews, and strengthening relationships with key suppliers.
• Establish sourcing and supplier management objectives that support cost efficiency, operational reliability, and future growth.
• Contribute to procurement audits and evaluations by keeping material and execution assessments current and well organized.
• Identify and maintain a strong network of experienced suppliers to support expansion plans, service needs, and investment optimization.
• Coordinate and carry out purchasing activities with local market teams, ensuring processes move forward effectively and in line with requirements.
• Maintain procurement documents, agreement forms, and working templates, using Excel and related tools to support consistency and accuracy.
• Prepare, revise, and standardize procurement documentation in collaboration with legal partners and internal stakeholders.
• Serve as a procurement resource across the organization by advising teams on sourcing practices, supplier engagement, and negotiation approaches.
• Represent the market in procurement discussions, share updated guidelines, and help train teams on purchasing and supplier management practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in law, business administration, facility management, construction, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field; equivalent experience may also be considered.
• At least 3 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or a closely related function.
• Demonstrated success creating and implementing procurement strategies in a business environment.
• Strong background in supplier management, purchasing processes, and contract negotiation.
• Ability to work effectively with stakeholders across multiple teams and levels within a matrixed or international organization.
• Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Excel and general Office applications.
• Procurement certification or experience in retail facilities or construction‑related procurement is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance for contract/temporary professionals.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan for hired contract/temporary professionals.