Procurement Specialist

The Procurement Specialist sources quality goods and services at competitive cost, keeping deliveries on time and supplier relationships strong. Working under the Procurement Manager, they support cost efficiency, policy compliance, and the uninterrupted flow of materials the business depends on.

Responsibilities

• Research, evaluate, and compare suppliers and vendors based on quality, cost, and reliability
• Negotiate supplier pricing and terms, monitor budget compliance, and track cost savings
• Process and monitor purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers and internal departments to ensure deliveries arrive on time and match the requested specifications
• Coordinate international shipping, customs, and importation requirements for incoming goods
• Build supplier relationships, evaluate supplier performance, and resolve order, delivery, or invoice disputes
• Manage supplier contracts with the Procurement Manager, ensuring legal and policy compliance, and tracking renewals and expirations
• Follow company procurement policies and legal regulations in daily purchasing activity, and report inventory discrepancies or shortages to the Procurement Manager
• Maintain procurement records and prepare reports for audits and management reporting
• Analyze market and purchasing data to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunitiess

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• 2–5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• Proficiency in procurement software/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Excellent communication and relationship-management abilities
• Knowledge of contract law, customs/import regulations, and procurement compliance is a plus

Preferred

• Experience in dealing with Vendors
• Experience in domestic and/or international shipping
• Can start ASAP

Work conditions:

• Hybrid and Flexible schedule
• After-hours obligations may apply