<p><strong>Procurement Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> West Metro</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $70,000-$80,000</p><p>Our client, a growing company in the west metro, is seeking a <strong>Procurement Specialist</strong> to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings strong experience in <strong>vendor negotiations, strategic sourcing, and purchasing operations</strong>. The Procurement Specialist will play a key role in supporting the company’s continued growth by building strong supplier relationships, negotiating favorable terms, and ensuring the timely procurement of materials, goods, and services needed across the business.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> Key Responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Lead <strong>vendor negotiations</strong> to secure competitive pricing, contract terms, and service agreements</li><li>Manage <strong>sourcing and procurement</strong> activities for materials, equipment, and services</li><li>Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to support business needs and growth initiatives</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with existing vendors and monitor supplier performance</li><li>Partner with internal teams to understand purchasing needs, timelines, and budget considerations</li><li>Analyze market trends, pricing, and supplier options to drive cost savings and value</li><li>Prepare and process purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services</li><li>Resolve vendor-related issues involving pricing, quality, shipping, or service levels</li><li>Support inventory planning and procurement reporting as needed</li><li>Ensure purchasing practices align with company policies and procedures</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong> Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>3+ years of experience in <strong>procurement, purchasing, or sourcing</strong></li><li>Proven success with <strong>vendor negotiations</strong> and supplier management</li><li>Strong understanding of procurement processes, purchasing systems, and contract terms</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a growing, changing environment</li><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel preferred</li></ul><p><br></p>