Procurement Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

Supplier Management

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers to meet business needs.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues to maintain service standards.
• Conduct due diligence on new and existing partners to safeguard the company’s reputation.

Contract and Negotiation Management

• Prepare and manage RFQs, proposals, purchase orders, and agreements.
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions to drive favorable outcomes.
• Ensure all legal and contractual documents (NDAs, MSAs, and insurance certificates) are properly executed and compliant.

Quality and Compliance

• Inspect purchased items and address any quality concerns.
• Ensure procurement processes align with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Strategic Sourcing and Analysis

• Analyze market trends to support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Lead procurement strategies for Direct Marketing Expense (DME) categories.
• Develop and implement centralized procurement policies and procedures to enhance efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement or a related role.
• Strong understanding of procurement strategies and best practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement/resource planning software.