Procurement Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to support a busy team in Tatamy, Pennsylvania. This is a long-term contract opportunity ideal for someone who can provide steady procurement leadership during a period of departmental change while maintaining efficient purchasing operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day procurement activities, including sourcing, purchasing, and coordination of materials and services needed by the organization.
• Prepare, review, and manage purchase orders to ensure accuracy, timely processing, and alignment with business needs.
• Negotiate supplier terms, pricing, and contract conditions to secure value and support operational goals.
• Monitor buying procedures and procurement workflows, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Provide direct guidance and oversight to a procurement coordinator, supporting priorities, workload management, and daily execution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to clarify purchasing requirements, resolve order-related issues, and maintain service levels.
• Track supplier performance and address concerns related to delivery, quality, or compliance.
• Support procurement-related operational changes within the department and help maintain continuity during the contract period.

Requirements

• Proven experience in corporate procurement, purchasing, or a closely related supply chain function.
• Strong working knowledge of purchase order management and end-to-end buying processes.
• Demonstrated ability to handle core procurement functions in a fast-paced business environment.
• Experience negotiating contracts, pricing, and supplier agreements effectively.
• Ability to supervise or coordinate the work of at least one team member.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in working with vendors, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.