Senior Buyer/Procurement Contract Specialist

Description

Our Client is looking for some extra help in their Procurement department to help with a project. Specifically, they have a business unit who is going to be undergoing a name change, and they are looking for someone to come in, go through all of their contacts and review the language to determine what steps need to be taken. This will include:

-independent contract language review

-determine if the organization is at risk for penalties

-work with key stakeholders across all areas of the organization to determine best options that are available

- Interacting with all kinds of indirect suppliers and stakeholders in the business'

- Drafting, redlining, and reviewing new agreements if needed

- Integral in keeping that organized – understand next steps. they will be solely responsible for this project

6 month contract

-possibility for extension

-possibility for conversion - They are open to someone who is interested in conversion, but in order to be considered must travel to work onsite in Kohler or Glendale office twice a week (any days)

Client Job Description:

Position summary

Buyer/Procurement Contract Specialist to support procurement initiatives with a strong focus on contract strategy, vendor negotiations, and M & A readiness. This role will partner with Procurement leadership and business stakeholders to assess existing agreements, identify contractual and financial risks, and develop strategies to support future corporate restructuring, acquisitions, and divestitures.

This is a strategic procurement role and is not responsible for transactional procurement activities such as purchase orders, requisitions, or invoicing.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and negotiate complex indirect contracts

• Evaluate agreements, vendor commitments, compliance risks, and financial obligations.

• Assess existing contracts utilization across business units.

• Develop recommendations for contract allocation, separation, and optimization to support future M & A and restructuring initiatives.

• Partner with IT, Finance, HR, Legal, and executive leadership to align procurement strategy with business objectives.

• Manage vendor relationships and lead contract negotiations to improve commercial terms and reduce risk.

• Prepare executive-level presentations, analyses, and recommendations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred

• 7-10+ years of procurement experience with a strong emphasis on Indirect.

• Experience with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, or organizational restructuring initiatives preferred.

• Strong knowledge of contracts, vendor management, and contract negotiations.

• Demonstrated financial, analytical, and risk assessment capabilities.

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage leaders and executive stakeholders.

Preferred experience

• Large-scale vendor and contract portfolio management.

Engagement Details

• Remote

• Central or Eastern Time Zone preferred

• Initial 6-month contract with potential extension

Skills

Procurement, contract negotiation, contract administration, contract review, compliance, buyer, procurement analyst, buyer, purchasing, contract manager, Contract, Contract management, communication & people skills, communication & organization skills

Top Skills Details

Procurement, contract negotiation, contract administration, contract review ,compliance, buyer, procurement analyst, buyer, purchasing, contract manager, Contract, Contract management

Additional Skills & Qualifications

strong experience with Microsoft Products - Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams

Experience with Ariba contract management tool a plus

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Kohler, WI.

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 14, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.