We are looking for an experienced Procurement Consultant to support a Denver, Colorado education organization through a Long-term Contract engagement. This role will guide purchasing operations, strengthen sourcing practices, and help ensure procurement activity aligns with organizational policies and business needs. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, hands-on experience with purchasing workflows, and the ability to improve visibility into spend while collaborating effectively across departments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead day-to-day procurement operations, overseeing purchasing activity from request intake through order completion.<br>• Review current sourcing and buying practices, then recommend practical improvements that increase efficiency, compliance, and value.<br>• Create, issue, and track purchase orders while maintaining accurate documentation and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Analyze spending patterns and supplier usage to identify cost-saving opportunities, purchasing trends, and areas of risk.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to clarify requirements, support vendor selection, and ensure timely fulfillment of business needs.<br>• Maintain and reinforce procurement policies, controls, and standard procedures across purchasing activities.<br>• Support procurement reporting and system-based workflows, including work performed within platforms such as NetSuite when applicable.<br>• Evaluate emerging tools, including AI platforms and agentic AI capabilities, for opportunities to enhance procurement effectiveness and decision-making.