Procurement Specialist

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFP, RFQ, and RFI development and execution adhering to strict deadlines and key project dates
• Analyze supplier pricing, cost models, and total cost of ownership
• Support or lead contract negotiations in partnership with Legal and business stakeholders
• Evaluate supplier proposals and develop award recommendations
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define requirements and sourcing strategies
• Manage supplier relationships and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and contractual obligations
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers
• Draft agreements based on the Request for Proposal Requirements and Vendor’s Proposal
• Assist with onboarding new vendors
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Strong pricing and financial analysis skills
• Familiarity with procurement best practices and sourcing methodologies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels
• Possess strong, effective presentation skills
• Must possess a high degree of confidentiality
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible and cooperative
• Strong Analytical Mindset with excellent negotiation skills
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently
• Exhibit strong computer skills, proficient in Windows applications, Microsoft Excel, Teams and Outlook
• Bachelor’s degree in business finance or the equivalent of 4-5 years of Business Finance or Materials Management experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Agent, Buyer, or equivalent
• Experience with ERP or procurement systems (SAP Preferred)
• Experience drafting and managing RFP for a large variety of products/services and supplier evaluations
• Experience supporting or leading contract negotiations

Skills & Abilities

• Strong pricing and financial analysis skills
• Familiarity with procurement best practices and sourcing methodologies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels
• Possess strong, effective presentation skills
• Must possess a high degree of confidentiality
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible and cooperative
• Strong Analytical Mindset with excellent negotiation skills
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently
• Exhibit strong computer skills, proficient in Windows applications, Microsoft Excel, Teams and Outlook

Physical Requirements

• Rarely lifting/carrying a max of 20 lbs
• Rarely pushing/pulling a max of 10 lbs
• Rarely working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Rarely working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Continuously sitting
• Occasionally standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects

• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)

Benefits

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.