Procurement Specialist
Samsung Research America (SRA) · Mountain View, CA · 2 wk ago
Purchasing$110k–$120k/yrFull-time
Position Summary
This role is responsible for administering the full procurement lifecycle, from sourcing quotes and processing purchase requests to invoicing, contract management, and vendor onboarding. The position handles a broad range of procurement categories, including software subscriptions, hardware, telecom, professional services, and facilities.
Position Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day procurement support, including obtaining quotes, managing the purchasing process, workflows, and invoicing
- Process various purchasing requests, including software subscriptions, hardware, telecommunications, professional services, office supplies, and facilities
- Conduct financial data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Align procurement activities with corporate finance policies, supporting budget tracking, forecasting, and depreciation management
- Update internal procurement policies to ensure compliance with global tech standards and financial regulations
- Manage and maintain vendor relationships, including onboarding and performance analytics
- Oversee the vendor management process from a stakeholder's request to fully approved vendors
- Analyze, review, and recommend process improvements to shorten timelines
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- 2+ years of related experience in a Procurement or Purchasing role for a technology-based organization
- 1+ years working in the ServiceNow platform
- Familiarity with NetSuite and other various accounting and business applications
- Familiarity with Asset Management and Inventory control
- Experience with a fundamental account principal and industry best practices