Procurement Specialist

About the role

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing operations for an education-focused organization in Boston, Massachusetts. This is a Contract position for a detail-oriented individual who can manage sourcing activities, maintain efficient buying workflows, and help ensure materials and services are obtained accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of corporate procurement practices, purchase order administration, and vendor-facing coordination in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities by processing requests, preparing documentation, and ensuring orders move through the approval cycle efficiently.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs, identify suitable sourcing options, and support timely acquisition of goods and services.
• Create, review, and manage purchase orders with close attention to accuracy, pricing, terms, and required supporting information.
• Participate in supplier discussions and assist with contract negotiations to help secure favorable commercial terms and service outcomes.
• Monitor buying processes to confirm compliance with organizational policies, procurement standards, and established controls.
• Maintain procurement records and system data, including updates within Jaeger and other purchasing tools, to support reporting and audit readiness.
• Resolve order-related issues such as discrepancies, delivery concerns, or invoicing questions by working closely with vendors and internal teams.

Requirements

• Experience supporting corporate procurement activities in a structured business or institutional environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and manage purchase orders with a high degree of accuracy and follow-through.
• Working knowledge of end-to-end buying processes, including requisition review, vendor coordination, and order tracking.
• Familiarity with core procurement functions such as sourcing support, supplier communication, and documentation management.
• Exposure to contract negotiations and the ability to assist in reviewing commercial terms.
• Experience using Jaeger or a comparable procurement platform.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
• Company 401(k) plan