Sr. Procurement Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Procurement Specialist to support strategic sourcing, supplier management, procurement operations, and product onboarding initiatives. This role will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to optimize costs, improve operational efficiency, and ensure a reliable supply chain in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support procurement and strategic sourcing initiatives for products, materials, and services.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, competitive bidding processes, RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
• Analyze supplier proposals, market conditions, pricing structures, and sourcing opportunities.
• Identify and implement cost-saving and supplier optimization initiatives.
• Support category management and sourcing strategies that align with business objectives.
• Develop, onboard, and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, delivery performance, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for vendors regarding pricing, contracts, product information, and performance expectations.
• Manage supplier documentation, NDAs, agreements, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Create, manage, and track purchase orders through ERP and procurement platforms.
• Ensure procurement transactions are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Partner with stakeholders to resolve supplier issues, pricing discrepancies, and supply chain challenges.
• Maintain procurement records and documentation in accordance with company policies.
• Coordinate the setup of new suppliers, products, and item master data.
• Maintain accurate product catalogs, including product descriptions, specifications, attributes, images, and pricing.
• Ensure data integrity across procurement, ERP, and product management systems.
• Support new product introductions and launch readiness activities.
• Manage product cost and retail pricing to ensure accuracy and alignment with sourcing strategies.
• Perform spend analysis, pricing analysis, and supplier cost evaluations.
• Utilize advanced Excel functions, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and data modeling techniques to support decision-making.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track procurement metrics and supplier performance.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Product Management, and other business functions to support organizational objectives.
• Provide backup support and training for procurement team members and buying functions.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and special procurement projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Operations, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, vendor management, or supply chain operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing suppliers, negotiating pricing, and supporting sourcing initiatives.
• Experience conducting RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, and bid analysis.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices, sourcing methodologies, and supplier relationship management.
• Experience managing purchase orders and procurement workflows within ERP systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experience using Coupa or similar procure-to-pay (P2P) procurement platforms.
• Excellent organizational, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large-scale corporate, manufacturing, industrial, technology, e-commerce, construction, or robotics environments.
• Knowledge of category management and supplier performance management.
• Experience with spend management, procurement analytics, and cost reduction strategies.
• Understanding of product lifecycle management, item master data, and catalog management.
• Exposure to contract administration and supplier compliance programs.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, CPM, CPPB, or related procurement certifications are a plus.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $52.00 - $58.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a fully onsite, contract position based in Bellevue, WA.