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Senior Procurement Specialist


Summary:
Responsible for performing operational or consulting support in one or more areas of the acquisition life cycle or program/project functional area, to include: purchasing/procurement, source selection, training, research, business process improvement, policy development, financial analysis, automated systems development/analysis/ implementation, federal government project or program management, federal statutes and regulations, acquisition or contracting management.

This role requires but is not limited to:

• Responsible for planning, scheduling and conducting all phases of procurement project(s)
• Applies in-depth understanding of Agencies' mission, organizational interrelationships, and priorities to support the full acquisition lifecycle
• Strong hands-on partnership with program office to develop their pre-award procurement artifacts such as acquisition plans, SOW, market research requirements documents, and independent government cost estimates
• Utilization of Excel in daily work to create/troubleshoot IGCE
• Acquisition Strategy Support
• Market Research and Market Surveys
• Post-Award Contract Administration Support-This may include making sure invoices are paid on time, assisting with performance concerns, making sure deliverables are received on time, and assisting with any contract modifications such as administrative changes, option years, CLIN realignments, etc.
• Complex procurement strategy
• Solicitation/RFP/RFI development
• Experience supporting major program acquisitions
• Support for contract negotiations
• Contract closeout activities
• Experience with award briefings, policy interpretation, contract file audits, precedent/waiver support, de-obligation management
• May serve as a Team Lead and/or perform peer/quality review support

Requirements:

• BA/BS degree plus 10 years of experience
• Prior FAC-C II or III certification or industry equivalent highly desirable
• Experience that demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency specific regulations, and acquisition streamlining initiatives and reforms.
• Experience to include conducting comprehensive acquisition/procurement/contract management support activities including developing task lines in PWS/SOW.
• Prior experience using the PRISM contract writing system, and the Federal Financial Management System (FFMS)
• Prior experience using APFS and G-Invoicing desirable
• Ability to elicit requirements from program office subject matter experts to draft high-quality, procurement documentation independently
• Experience with Grants/Cooperative Agreements and Un-definitized Contracting Actions/Letter Contracts highly desirable
• Advanced Excel skills to draft independent government cost estimates with detailed bases of estimate
• High aptitude with Microsoft Office Suite to include Teams, Word and Excel
• Experience with file collaboration and management in SharePoint highly desired
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and experience working with varied groups of stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple procurement actions simultaneously
• High degree of initiative and follow-through to ensure procurement actions are completed within prescribed timelines

Clearance Required:

• Client Fitness with Entry on Duty (EOD)

• Client or Secret and above highly desired

• Current Client badges highly desired

Integrity is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is dedicated to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Procurement Specialist


Summary:
Independently performs market research and assists Government personnel by suggesting or reviewing acquisition strategy recommendations for a variety of government acquisitions. Prepares associated documentation including acquisition plans, source selection plans, requests for proposal, and other transaction proposals and associated determinations and justifications required by statute or policy. Supports source selection process by coordinating and collecting documentation and tracking action items for the Government evaluators' contractor performance assessment research and reviews. Supports the price and proposal costs analysis and coordinates with appropriate agencies on technical evaluations, rate agreements and Cost Accounting Standards issues or material management system approvals. Takes lead role in coordinating contract administration, supports the Government's assessment of contractor cost, schedule and technical performance or program budget analysis and control. Responsible for supporting and developing large, major, or complex government procurements.

This role requires but is not limited to:

• Applies knowledge of the various acquisition approaches to include full and open competition, cost plus and fixed price contracts, Government Wide Agency Contracts and blanket purchase agreements, and can formulate the appropriate documentation for the various approaches.
• Applies federal purchasing regulations, policies and procedures while assisting in the procurement of goods and services
• Strong hands-on partnership with program office to develop their pre-award procurement artifacts such as acquisition plans, SOW, market research reports and cost estimates
• Post-Award Contract Administration Support-This may include making sure invoices are paid on time, assisting with performance concerns, making sure deliverables are received on time, and assisting with any contract modifications such as administrative changes, option years, CLIN realignments, etc.
• Acquisition planning and solicitation development to include participating in the structuring of RFPs for complex and technology procurements and develops RFP and contract documentation
• Source selection coordination, responsibility determinations, vendor communications
• Cost/price analysis support
• For major procurements, develops contract line-item structures, synthesizes technical requirements into logical frameworks and unambiguous specifications and statements of work, leads development of evaluation criteria and evaluation schemes, and crafts project-unique contract clauses
• Develops requisite planning and justification documentation and, as required, briefings for approval of major procurements by approval authorities
• Prepares point papers and business case analyses and participates in and supports meetings and program reviews
• Experience with Grants/Cooperative Agreements and Un-definitized Contracting Actions/Letter Contracts highly desirable
• Assists Procurement /Acquisition Manager with implementation, training and maintaining procurement program and other change initiatives; may coordinate, assist/conduct procurement training.
• Maintains purchasing database integrity, associated documentation, and training materials.
• Prepares contractor consent packages and functions as the procurement liaison with the Contracting Officer. Supports purchase orders, change orders, letters, memoranda, narratives and statistical reports and procedures.
• Monitors procurement status and expedites orders according to customer requirements and/or schedules
• Maintains and ensures procurement file documentation compliance with FAR and Agency policies.
• May assist in special projects, as assigned
• Proactively initiates cost reduction/savings initiatives

Requirements:

• BA/BS degree plus 6 years of experience
• Prior FAC-C certification or industry equivalent highly desirable
• Experience that demonstrates knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), agency specific regulations, and acquisition streamlining initiatives and reforms.
• Experience to include conducting comprehensive acquisition/procurement/contract management support activities including developing task lines in PWS/SOW.
• Prior experience using the PRISM contract writing system, and the Federal Financial Management System (FFMS)
• Prior experience using APFS and G-Invoicing desirable
• Ability to elicit requirements from program office subject matter experts to draft high-quality, procurement documentation independently
• Advanced Excel skills to draft independent government cost estimates with detailed bases of estimate
• High aptitude with Microsoft Office Suite to include Teams, Word and Excel
• Experience with file collaboration and management in SharePoint highly desired
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and experience working with varied groups of stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple procurement actions simultaneously
• High degree of initiative and follow-through to ensure procurement actions are completed within prescribed timelines

Clearance Required:

• Client Fitness with Entry on Duty (EOD)

• Client or Secret and above highly desired

• Current Client badges highly desired

Integrity is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is dedicated to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Job Description

Benefits:                                                                                                                                                                  Signode offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, life insurance, wellness perks, and more. Benefits begin the month following the hire date.

Salary:                                                                                                           

The annual salary for this position ranges from $70,000 - $85,000 and varies based on specific responsibilities and geographic location. Starting annual salary within this range will be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or skillset.  

Summary:

 

The Procurement Specialist supports procurement execution, supplier follow-up, and material availability for Operations in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for purchase order execution, RFQ support, supplier communication, order acknowledgement, and shortage recovery to support customer service, production schedules, and inventory objectives.

The Procurement Specialist is expected to actively manage assigned suppliers and purchasing activity with a strong focus on supplier accountability, date accuracy, material readiness, and timely issue resolution.

Actively identify and evaluate new and alternative material suppliers, develop sourcing options for management review.

Essential Functions

· Create, release, and maintain purchase orders in accordance with ERP demand signals and business requirements.

· Manage order acknowledgements, supplier due dates, promise dates, pricing, quantities, and delivery commitments.

· Maintain accurate purchase order information to support production planning, customer communication, and inventory visibility.

· Solicit quotes from approved suppliers for new, infrequent, or repeat parts as required.

· Compare supplier quotes based on price, lead time, MOQ, capacity, quality risk, and responsiveness.

· Recommend supplier award decisions based on total operational and commercial value.

· Serve as the primary operational contact for assigned suppliers.

· Monitor supplier on time delivery, acknowledgement compliance, responsiveness, and past due orders.

· Follow up with suppliers to confirm commitments, resolve issues, and support supplier performance improvement.

· Identify the recurring supplier performance issues, document corrective actions and escalate unresolved risks.

· Identify supply risks before production, service, or customer impact occurs.

· Expedite critical materials and confirm recovery plans with suppliers.

· Coordinate shortage recovery actions with Supply Chain, Operations, Customer Service, Logistics, Quality, Engineering, and Receiving.

· Research and recommend alternative sources when existing suppliers cannot meet production or service requirements.

· Identify and research potential suppliers for machined and fabricated components.

· Source new, repeat, and difficult-to-obtain part to support production and aftermarket needs.

· Prepare supplier comparisons and sourcing recommendations for review and approval by the purchasing manager or designated approved authority.

· Ordinate supplier qualification and onboarding with engineering quality and other relevant departments

· Execute releases against blanket agreements, stocking agreements, kanban arrangements, or other supplier replenishment models.

· Support supplier agreement setup by providing demand history, usage patterns, supplier feedback, MOQ concerns, and lead time information.

· Maintain purchasing inputs in ERP including supplier assignment, lead time, MOQ, order multiple, price, and blanket reference information as assigned.

· Identify opportunities to improve order quantities, lead-times, replenishment practices, and excess inventory exposure.

· Follow procurement standard work and support improvements in purchasing processes, ERP data accuracy, supplier communication, and escalation cadence.

· Use reports and KPIs to identify past due orders, recurring late suppliers, quote delays, expedite activity, and data accuracy issues.

· Support improvements in material availability, supplier reliability, customer service, transaction efficiency, and inventory control.

Global Procurement Systems Consultant

Location: Cary, NC Onsite 3 days a week: Tuesday - Thursday
Pay Rate: $50/hour W2
Desired Start Date: 11/9/2026
Contract Length: 6 months (Extension possible based on performance, attendance, and business needs)
Benefits: Paid weekly, health, dental + vision insurance available!

Job Overview
MetLife is seeking a Global Procurement Systems Consultant to support and optimize enterprise procurement and contingent workforce platforms, including Beeline, Zip, Aravo, and Ariba. The role focuses on system administration, issue resolution, enhancements, integrations, data integrity, and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities

• Administer procurement and workforce management systems and resolve complex issues.
• Support system enhancements, UAT testing, integrations, and process improvements.
• Maintain data quality, compliance controls, and system documentation.
• Support contingent workforce onboarding, transfers, extensions, and offboarding.
• Collaborate with Procurement, HR, IT, Security, and vendors.
• Identify opportunities to leverage automation and AI to improve efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience supporting procurement, workforce management, or related enterprise systems.
• Experience with UAT, system enhancements, and process improvement.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Beeline Client Administrator.
• Experience with APIs, system integrations, and data governance.
• Familiarity with Beeline, Ariba, Zip, Aravo, or similar SaaS platforms.
• Knowledge of AI-assisted tools and automation.

 
At Tailored Management, we help people get jobs and take pride in their work, so we better take pride in ours too. Not every company has the opportunity to meaningfully and directly impact individuals in a way that makes their lives tangibly better. To better support our employees, we offer a wide variety of benefit options to support you. We offer:

• Medical Coverage – HDHP, PPO, and Surest plan options
• Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

#TMCA

Pay Rate: $42 per hour Location: Cary, NC Work Mode: Onsite 3 days a week: Tuesday - Thursday Summary:

• Engagement style: Temp to perm

Responsibilities:

• Serve as SME and administrator for procurement and workforce management platforms.
• Manage complex system issues, escalations, and operational support activities.
• Coordinate and support system enhancement initiatives and change activities.
• Oversee integrations, data quality, and compliance controls across connected systems.
• Support contingent workforce lifecycle processes, including onboarding, transfers, extensions, and offboarding.
• Partner with business stakeholders and vendors to optimize processes and improve user experience.
• Develop and maintain documentation, training materials, and operational procedures.
• Monitor system performance, identify improvement opportunities, and support governance initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to apply automation and AI solutions to simplify recurring tasks, improve accuracy, and support more efficient business operations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Supply Chain, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting enterprise procurement, workforce management, or related business systems.
• Experience leading UAT testing, system enhancements, and process improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across global teams.

Preferred Skills:

• 2 years of prior experience as Beeline Client Admin.
• Expertise in APIs and related integrations.
• Experience administering SaaS platforms such as Beeline, Ariba, Zip, Aravo, or similar solutions.
• Strong understanding of system integrations, data governance, and operational controls.
• Familiarity with applying AI-assisted tools and techniques to enhance development, data analysis, or operational tasks.

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Job Description

Benefits:                                                                                                                                                                  Signode offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, life insurance, wellness perks, and more. Benefits begin the month following the hire date.

Salary:                                                                                                           

The annual salary for this position ranges from $70,000 - $85,000 and varies based on specific responsibilities and geographic location. Starting annual salary within this range will be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or skillset.  

Summary:

 

The Procurement Specialist supports procurement execution, supplier follow-up, and material availability for Operations in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for purchase order execution, RFQ support, supplier communication, order acknowledgement, and shortage recovery to support customer service, production schedules, and inventory objectives.

The Procurement Specialist is expected to actively manage assigned suppliers and purchasing activity with a strong focus on supplier accountability, date accuracy, material readiness, and timely issue resolution.

Actively identify and evaluate new and alternative material suppliers, develop sourcing options for management review.

Essential Functions

· Create, release, and maintain purchase orders in accordance with ERP demand signals and business requirements.

· Manage order acknowledgements, supplier due dates, promise dates, pricing, quantities, and delivery commitments.

· Maintain accurate purchase order information to support production planning, customer communication, and inventory visibility.

· Solicit quotes from approved suppliers for new, infrequent, or repeat parts as required.

· Compare supplier quotes based on price, lead time, MOQ, capacity, quality risk, and responsiveness.

· Recommend supplier award decisions based on total operational and commercial value.

· Serve as the primary operational contact for assigned suppliers.

· Monitor supplier on time delivery, acknowledgement compliance, responsiveness, and past due orders.

· Follow up with suppliers to confirm commitments, resolve issues, and support supplier performance improvement.

· Identify the recurring supplier performance issues, document corrective actions and escalate unresolved risks.

· Identify supply risks before production, service, or customer impact occurs.

· Expedite critical materials and confirm recovery plans with suppliers.

· Coordinate shortage recovery actions with Supply Chain, Operations, Customer Service, Logistics, Quality, Engineering, and Receiving.

· Research and recommend alternative sources when existing suppliers cannot meet production or service requirements.

· Identify and research potential suppliers for machined and fabricated components.

· Source new, repeat, and difficult-to-obtain part to support production and aftermarket needs.

· Prepare supplier comparisons and sourcing recommendations for review and approval by the purchasing manager or designated approved authority.

· Ordinate supplier qualification and onboarding with engineering quality and other relevant departments

· Execute releases against blanket agreements, stocking agreements, kanban arrangements, or other supplier replenishment models.

· Support supplier agreement setup by providing demand history, usage patterns, supplier feedback, MOQ concerns, and lead time information.

· Maintain purchasing inputs in ERP including supplier assignment, lead time, MOQ, order multiple, price, and blanket reference information as assigned.

· Identify opportunities to improve order quantities, lead-times, replenishment practices, and excess inventory exposure.

· Follow procurement standard work and support improvements in purchasing processes, ERP data accuracy, supplier communication, and escalation cadence.

· Use reports and KPIs to identify past due orders, recurring late suppliers, quote delays, expedite activity, and data accuracy issues.

· Support improvements in material availability, supplier reliability, customer service, transaction efficiency, and inventory control.

DHS Suitability is Required

About Aretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.

Job Summary

Aretum is seeking a Procurement Specialist will support federal acquisition and contract management activities through requirements development, documentation, coordination, and tracking. The role works with internal stakeholders to support procurement processes, monitor actions, maintain accurate data, and provide clear reporting throughout the acquisition lifecycle.

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements. 

Responsibilities

• Support CISA IT acquisition activities by developing and maintaining pre-award requirements, work packages, Statements of Work, acquisition strategies, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate requirements through internal review and approval processes, including procurement requests, financial workflows, and leadership reviews.
• Maintain acquisition planning tools, contract data, tracking logs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs), incorporating stakeholder feedback and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Provide post-award support to Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), including maintaining procurement request packages, modification documentation, cost and schedule information, and contract tracking systems.
• Prepare clear, professional reports, guidance materials, and status updates for stakeholders and leadership.
• Support contractor personnel suitability tracking and other operational reporting requirements.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree and 3 - 5 years of supporting federal acquisition, contract management, procurement, program management, or a related discipline, preferably within an Information Technology environment.
• Experience developing and managing acquisition requirements, Statements of Work, work packages, procurement documentation, and related pre- and post-award materials.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, data tracking, and reporting; experience with Power BI is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear documentation, guidance, status reports, and executive-level materials.
• Ability to manage multiple acquisition actions simultaneously, maintain accurate tracking data, coordinate with diverse stakeholders, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced federal environment.

Travel Requirements

This is a hybrid position, with work performed both remotely and at designated client or corporate locations, as needed. Travel requirements may vary depending on project assignments, client meetings, or internal collaboration and will be communicated in advance whenever possible

EEO Statement

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. 

We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience. 

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact (url removed) for assistance. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled 

U.S. Work Authorization

Due to federal contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this position. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination, depending on the agency’s background investigation requirements.  

Benefits

• Salary Range: $105,000–$125,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including education, experience, qualifications, skills, and applicable contract requirements.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development 

Job Summary: As a Procurement Specialist you will assist in the creation of purchase orders and requisitions, vendor spend analysis, RFP's, invoicing, and other ad-hoc requests. Strong organizational, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills are a must for this position. The ability to convert to an FTE after the initial contract period exists for the right candidate.
Responsibilities:

• 3+ years of Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain experience.
• Working knowledge of Workday Procurement module and Lawson is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior time management skills are an absolute must.
• Possesses advanced computer skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Key Requirements:

• Create and receive requisition orders and process into purchase orders.
• Route and process changes/edits in order submissions.
• Research, compile and analyze reports for Procurement.
• Classify invoices for Purchasing.
• Assist with the RFP/RFQ process to ensure business is competitively bid.

Job Description

How will you make a difference?

As a Lead Buying/Procurement Specialist, you will manage the buying process for a given set of goods. You will also be the point of contact between the vendors and shop ensuring there are no material impacts to the production lines. This position will require a strong foundation of function skills and knowledge of relevant purchasing and sourcing concepts. This position will also support and train the team if needed.

 

What do we want to know about you?

 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college or Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing or materials

 

Desired Characteristics:

 

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to influence, motive, coach, and drive accountability
• Ability to influence others
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Lean manufacturing knowledge
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite

 

What will your typical day look like?

 

• Place and follow-up on Purchase Orders
• Communicate Deliveries to Internal Customers
• Analyze Vendor Promises and proactively communicate and expedite when promises don’t meet business needs
• Manage through Schedule Changes and Execute Purchase Order changes.
• Own and Resolve day to day issues with vendor – AP Issues, NCMR Resolution, Delivery Issues, Lead Times Accuracy, Escalations
• Maintain daily standard work and achieve weekly Fulfillment metrics
• Work cross functionally with Engineering, Sourcing and Quality Teams to resolve material issues when required
• Balance both tactical execution with strategic initiatives necessary to drive cost reduction projects
• Actively participate in supplier performance reviews
• Responsible for specific KPIs (follow up with all the buyers and presenting those to the upper management)
• Responsible to present on Critical Part Review meeting when needed
• Generate ideas to standardize and improve standard work and daily activities for the team.

 

Who will you be working with?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Our team is focused on continually improving our best-in-class production capabilities. We combine deep domain expertise and tenured experience to deliver unparalleled products for our customers. Here you’ll interact daily with team members during the problem resolution process and will partner with other key stakeholders to support our internal customers and their responsibilities.

Procurement Specialist
Pay Rate: $44.57 per hour, W 2
Duration: 6+ Month Contract
Location: Richmond, VA
ONSITE  Must have Utility industry experience and must be detailed in presented Resume.  Responsibilities:

• Ensure the company has the necessary materials and equipment to function.
• Work within a given budget to purchase goods and services for the organization.
• Ensure items and services are purchased from specified suppliers and delivered according to agreed terms and conditions.
• Compare prices amongst various vendors to make sound purchasing decisions.
• Negotiate with contractors on price, mode of shipping, and delivery time.
• Order goods such as office supplies on a continuing basis to maintain certain inventory levels.
• Check invoices for accuracy and authorize the accounts payable department to issue payment.
• Evaluate the performance of certain vendors to decide whether to continue buying from them.
• Inventory items to determine which ones need to be purchased.
• Enter data concerning inventory and order amounts into a computer database.
• Interface with other staff to plan and prioritize purchasing activities.
• Review planned orders, create requisitions for purchased items, and manage the approval process.
• Transmit and prioritize approved purchase orders and supporting documents to suppliers.
• Track order acknowledgments, prepare and communicate shortage and backlog reports, and provide visibility of potential interruptions to internal customers.
• Track orders and confirm system lead times, delivery dates, and costs.
• Review, update, and maintain purchase orders until they are closed.
• Ensure orders adhere to supplier agreements and contracts; report non-conformance activity.
• Identify opportunities and implement actions to achieve efficiencies.

Job Title: Procurement Specialist
Job ID: (phone number removed)
Location: Richmond, VA,
Duration: 06 months on W2 contract
 
Job Summary:
 
We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing operations by sourcing materials and services, managing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining supplier compliance.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 

• Create and manage purchase orders and requisitions.
• Source materials and services while negotiating pricing and delivery terms.
• Coordinate with suppliers to track orders, resolve shortages, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain inventory levels and purchasing records.
• Review invoices and ensure compliance with supplier agreements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to prioritize procurement activities and improve processes.

 
Qualifications:
 

• Experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
• Strong vendor management, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Experience with purchase orders, inventory management, and supplier coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/procurement systems is preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

 
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