Procurement Specialist

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support procurement and supply chain activities for federally funded energy-related projects and day-to-day operational purchasing. This Long-term Contract position will focus on coordinating sourcing activities, maintaining accurate procurement documentation, and helping ensure adherence to grant-related regulations and reimbursement requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound purchasing knowledge, and the ability to work effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders in a detail-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Manage purchasing requests for materials and services by preparing and issuing purchase orders, contracts, and related procurement documents to suppliers with relevant experience. • Collect and assess supplier pricing, lead times, and commercial terms to support timely and cost-effective purchasing decisions. • Follow up with vendors to accelerate deliveries and resolve order issues so project timelines and operational needs remain on track. • Prepare solicitation packages such as RFQs and RFPs, and coordinate the distribution, collection, and documentation of supplier responses. • Review bid submissions and assemble comparison summaries that support procurement recommendations based on business and technical considerations. • Administer procurement activities tied to federally funded projects, including support for compliance documentation related to domestic sourcing, labor standards, foreign participation disclosures, and other grant conditions. • Maintain organized records for purchasing activity, vendor files, and supporting documentation required for reimbursement requests and audit readiness. • Research supplier qualifications, sourcing data, and material origin details to help address compliance questions and support waiver or exception requests when needed. • Track procurement data, material movement, project costs, and performance metrics using spreadsheets and reporting tools to provide clear visibility into purchasing activity. • Communicate with vendors, contractors, consultants, and internal teams to coordinate procurement actions, clarify requirements, and ensure documentation is complete and accurate. • 2+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain support, or a closely related administrative role. • Practical knowledge of purchase orders, vendor coordination, sourcing processes, and general procurement operations. • Experience maintaining accurate records, vendor files, and procurement documentation in a structured business environment. • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas and data tracking, along with working knowledge of Microsoft Word. • Ability to analyze pricing, project costs, and procurement details to support informed decision-making and compliance review. • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across internal teams and external suppliers. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. • Familiarity with regulated or grant-supported procurement environments is preferred, especially where compliance documentation is required. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.