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10 results for Procurement Specialist in Minnetonka, MN

Procurement Specialist

Saint Paul, Minnesota
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing and contracting activities for a broad range of goods and services in Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for an early-career procurement specialist who can manage solicitations, prepare compliant contracts, and help maintain strong purchasing practices across a public-sector environment. The role works closely with senior procurement staff to ensure acquisitions and agreements align with applicable regulations, internal policies, and budget requirements. Responsibilities:• Lead intake and coordination of procurement requests, gathering business needs and determining the most appropriate purchasing approach for each requirement.• Prepare and manage competitive solicitation activities by researching the market, drafting scopes or specifications, building evaluation criteria, issuing bid documents, and supporting solicitation events through award.• Create and process contracts for materials, equipment, services, and grant-related expenditures, ensuring all terms reflect approved awards and required documentation is complete and accurate.• Review bonds, insurance certificates, pricing details, and supporting records to confirm compliance with standards, statutes, and applicable requirements.• Maintain organized official procurement files and assist with audit support, responses, and related documentation inquiries.• Support contract administration by helping resolve supplier performance concerns, pricing discrepancies, warranty matters, and other issues that arise during the agreement lifecycle.• Coordinate contract updates such as renewals, amendments, extensions, terminations, and negotiated changes in accordance with contract terms and procurement rules.• Analyze departmental purchasing patterns, upcoming needs, and available sourcing options to recommend cost-effective contracting strategies, renewals, and purchasing opportunities.• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement procedures and participate in community engagement activities related to purchasing and contracting when needed.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Procurement Specialist

Eden Prairie, Minnesota
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Temporary to Hire
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to support strategic purchasing and contracting activities in Minnesota. This contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can balance regulatory compliance, vendor management, and cost-conscious purchasing across a public-sector or transit-related environment. The role will partner with internal teams to source goods and services efficiently, maintain accurate procurement records, and help strengthen purchasing practices through sound analysis and process oversight. Responsibilities: • Lead purchasing and contract administration activities while ensuring adherence to applicable federal, state, and local requirements, as well as organizational procurement standards. • Prepare and manage competitive solicitation packages such as bid requests, proposal requests, information requests, qualification-based documents, and related procurement materials. • Oversee purchase order workflows and related purchasing activity to confirm policy compliance and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency and control. • Maintain complete, organized procurement files and supporting records so documentation is ready for audits, reviews, and reporting needs. • Partner with department leaders to understand operational purchasing needs and identify practical, cost-effective sourcing solutions for goods and services. • Review quotes, bids, contracts, and supporting documentation to verify alignment with procurement rules, internal policies, and ethical purchasing practices. • Evaluate suppliers based on pricing, service quality, reliability, capabilities, and prior performance, and build productive vendor relationships that support value and consistency. • Negotiate favorable pricing, discounts, and other cost-saving terms with suppliers while monitoring procurement activity against budget expectations. • Coordinate with inventory support functions to help maintain appropriate stock levels and ensure timely availability of required materials. • Administer purchasing accounts and monitor purchasing card activity to ensure proper approvals, spending control, and compliance with established procedures.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Supply Chain Specialist

Saint Paul, Minnesota
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Temporary to Hire
26.125 - 30.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Supply Chain Specialist to support procurement and contract administration for a higher education institution in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This contract position offers a path to a permanent role and is ideal for someone who can balance timely purchasing activity with careful review of service agreements while maintaining compliance with public sector standards. The role works closely with campus departments, vendors, and external partners to keep purchasing and contracting processes organized, accurate, and responsive to business needs. Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring transactions align with institutional guidelines and applicable procurement requirements.• Review, prepare, and route purchase orders in Workday, confirming completeness, accuracy, and timely distribution to the appropriate parties.• Draft, update, and process service and operational contracts using established templates while coordinating with legal and governing offices as needed for compliance.• Remove nonstandard edits and reconcile contract language to match approved terms before execution.• Support agreements for a variety of needs, including facilities-related services, guest speakers, and other departmental engagements.• Maintain organized procurement and contract records, monitor financial details, and resolve discrepancies to support accurate documentation and reporting.• Communicate with internal stakeholders and vendors to provide clear status updates, gather required information, and keep purchasing and contract workflows moving efficiently.• Assist with procurement activity in systems such as Workday and Jaggaer Marketplace, including transaction tracking and related administrative support.• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by handling additional assigned duties and promoting dependable business partnership across the organization.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Senior Director, Enterprise Procurement Contracts

Eden Prairie, Minnesota
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Temporary / Contract
60 - 64 USD / Hourly
Our Fortune 500 healthcare client is seeking an experienced contracts professional to support its Enterprise Procurement organization. The Senior Director, Enterprise Procurement Contracts will provide immediate support reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and remediating a broad range of corporate agreements. The Senior Director, Enterprise Procurement Contracts will partner closely with procurement, legal, and business stakeholders to address a backlog of contract work while supporting critical business initiatives across a large enterprise environment. This role is ideal for a highly skilled contracts professional with a Juris Doctor degree who has extensive experience managing complex commercial agreements in healthcare, financial services, or large corporate environments. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review, draft, negotiate, and remediate a variety of commercial agreements</li><li>Support contract lifecycle management activities, including amendments, renewals, and contract remediation efforts</li><li>Partner with procurement, legal, technology, and business teams to facilitate contract execution and issue resolution</li><li>Analyze contractual risk and provide practical recommendations to business stakeholders</li><li>Manage a high volume of agreements while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>Support enterprise initiatives requiring contract review, negotiation, and compliance with internal policies</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to meet project timelines and business objectives</li></ul>
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Supply Chain Buyer

Shoreview, Minnesota
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Temporary / Contract
22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Supply Chain Buyer to support purchasing and material planning activities for an engineering-focused organization in Shoreview, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can balance transactional purchasing work with supplier coordination, data analysis, and operational support. The role will help maintain material flow, strengthen vendor performance, and provide visibility into purchasing and inventory trends that affect production and business objectives. Responsibilities:• Create, release, and oversee purchase orders in alignment with established procurement standards and current material needs.• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to confirm order details, secure approvals, and keep deliveries on schedule.• Track open orders closely, follow up on late shipments, and take prompt action to reduce disruptions to production timelines.• Evaluate supplier results related to delivery, quality, and pricing commitments, and address exceptions through effective escalation when needed.• Partner with planning, operations, and other internal teams to maintain material availability, review stock positions, and support production demands.• Investigate shortages, shipment issues, and supply risks while identifying practical alternatives to maintain continuity of supply.• Maintain organized purchasing records, prepare order status updates, and produce reporting on inventory, supplier metrics, and procurement activity.• Analyze lead times, cost patterns, inventory data, and vendor performance to support forecasting, sourcing decisions, and process improvements.• Build dashboards and provide analytical support for supply chain optimization efforts, including initiatives tied to automation or digital improvement.• Develop productive supplier relationships that encourage consistent service, stronger quality outcomes, and ongoing performance gains. *Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment. Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Order Entry Specialist

Eden Prairie, Minnesota
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 23 USD / Hourly
Position OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented Order Entry Specialist to support daily order processing and administrative operations. This role is responsible for accurately entering customer orders, reviewing information for accuracy, coordinating with internal teams, and ensuring orders are processed in a timely manner. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Accurately enter customer orders into company systems and databases.</li><li>Review orders for completeness and verify pricing, quantities, and product information.</li><li>Communicate with customers regarding order status, updates, and inquiries.</li><li>Coordinate with sales, warehouse, production, and customer service teams to ensure timely order fulfillment.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and documentation related to customer orders.</li><li>Resolve order discrepancies and assist with troubleshooting issues.</li><li>Track order progress and provide updates as needed.</li><li>Respond to phone calls, emails, and other customer requests in a professional manner.</li><li>Assist with general administrative and data entry tasks.</li></ul>
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Purchasing & Operations Coordinator

Minneapolis, Minnesota
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
The Purchasing & Operations Coordinator will support our client’s purchasing, customer service, and administrative functions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in purchasing and supply chain, with significant opportunity to expand their responsibilities and develop toward a future Purchasing Manager role. This individual will gain hands-on exposure to purchasing, supplier management, inventory, customer service, and overall plant operations while partnering closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Sales, and other internal teams. As the individual develops their knowledge of the business and purchasing function, there is strong potential to take on greater ownership and responsibility within the organization. The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, proactive, and eager to learn, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities:• Coordinate procurement activities for production materials, equipment, tooling, plant supplies, and contracted services to help keep operations running efficiently.• Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, order status, and delivery timing, and follow through on purchasing needs from request to receipt.• Review stock levels and purchased component availability to support material planning and reduce the risk of shortages or delays.• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation, including supplier records, order details, and supporting files for internal reference and compliance.• Assist in evaluating vendor performance and contribute to initiatives focused on process improvement and cost savings.• Provide additional support for customer service and order administration by entering and updating customer orders and related information in the company system.• Prepare order confirmations, share delivery updates, and assist with quotations, invoicing, and business correspondence as needed.• Support daily plant and office operations through recordkeeping, report preparation, departmental documentation, and coordination with outside service providers.• Help administer contract staffing processes, including attendance tracking, time submission support, and communication with staffing agencies.• Offer front office and general administrative coverage when needed and contribute to cross-department projects and operational assignments.
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Senior Buyer

Woodbury, Minnesota
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Temporary / Contract
29.45 - 34.1 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Buyer to support indirect procurement activities for a manufacturing organization in Woodbury, Minnesota. This Contract position will play a key role in maintaining efficient purchasing operations, strengthening supplier interactions, and helping internal teams navigate procurement processes. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage purchasing workflows in a structured environment while identifying opportunities to improve value and efficiency. Responsibilities:• Oversee the full lifecycle of indirect purchase orders, including creation, updates, follow-up, and resolution of ordering issues to keep transactions moving efficiently.• Guide internal stakeholders through procurement procedures, including purchase requisition support and review of required documentation for completeness and accuracy.• Facilitate onboarding requests for new suppliers by advising requestors on submission requirements and coordinating the setup process.• Partner with quality-related functions to route applicable suppliers for evaluation and support their inclusion on approved vendor lists when required.• Collaborate with Finance, Accounts Payable, Receiving, and other internal teams to address invoice concerns, receiving discrepancies, and supplier-related service issues.• Analyze spending activity and sourcing options to uncover savings opportunities through quote comparisons, supplier discussions, and demand consolidation.• Use Oracle and related procurement tools to monitor purchasing activity, generate reports, and track operational metrics.• Ensure purchasing practices align with internal policies, compliance expectations, and established procurement standards.• Stay informed on supplier capabilities and market conditions to support sound buying decisions and continuous process improvement. *Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment. Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Supply Chain Manager

Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for guiding material planning, sourcing, inventory, and logistics activities. This position will shape supply chain strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and help ensure parts and materials are available when needed while meeting cost, quality, and regulatory expectations. The role also works closely with production, engineering, quality, and program teams to support reliable delivery performance and continuous operational improvement. Responsibilities:• Create and direct supply chain plans that support production demand, business priorities, and customer delivery targets.• Lead purchasing activities, supplier evaluation, contract discussions, and sourcing decisions for specialized materials, components, and external services.• Partner with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to confirm suppliers meet aerospace standards and applicable compliance requirements.• Analyze inventory, replenishment cycles, and material movement to reduce shortages, excess stock, and obsolete items.• Supervise and develop buyers, planners, logistics team members, and warehouse personnel to build a high-performing operation.• Define and track performance measures for supplier results, service levels, cost control, and overall supply chain efficiency.• Manage inbound and outbound transportation activities, including freight coordination and trade compliance requirements where applicable.• Build strong relationships with key vendors and drive supplier improvement efforts that enhance quality, responsiveness, and reliability.• Support planning, purchasing, and reporting processes through effective use of enterprise systems and continuous process improvement initiatives.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Supply Chain Planner

Blaine, Minnesota
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Supply Chain Planner to support inventory planning and forecast accuracy for our operations in St Paul, Minnesota. This role focuses on balancing product availability with efficient stock levels through thoughtful analysis, cross-functional coordination, and data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong planning expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to turn inventory and demand data into clear operational insights. Responsibilities:• Build and maintain demand projections by evaluating past sales performance, seasonal patterns, and market activity to improve planning accuracy.• Lead inventory count coordination and investigate variances between on-hand product and system records to maintain reliable stock data.• Establish and adjust replenishment targets, including order quantities and safety stock levels, to support service goals and inventory efficiency.• Review data across planning and warehouse platforms, resolve record inconsistencies, and help ensure accurate information is available for decision-making.• Partner with sourcing teams and external suppliers to communicate anticipated demand and support timely material availability.• Prepare regular reporting on key supply chain metrics such as inventory movement, turnover rates, and forecast performance for leadership review.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z