Associate Procurement Specialist

About Lamb Weston You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world. Title: Associate Procurement Specialist Location: Eagle, ID Job Requisition ID: Req-270919 Time Type: Full time Job Description Summary The Associate Procurement Specialist will work within the Procurement Leadership Office, supporting the Vice President of Procurement and the broader Procurement Leadership Team. This role is a career‑development opportunity that provides exposure to procurement strategy, supplier management, and the source‑to‑contract lifecycle while contributing to execution across key initiatives. Job Description Support the Vice President of Procurement + Procurement Leadership Team in planning, prioritization & execution of overall sourcing activities Support spend analysis and opportunity assessments to identify sourcing, cost optimization, and process improvement opportunities. Participate in contract review and source‑to‑contract activities to develop commercial acumen. Support preparation for supplier negotiations and observe negotiation strategy development. Prepare briefing materials, summaries & pre‑reads to enable effective leadership decision‑making. Capture & drive follow‑ups, supporting alignment & accountability. Draft communications, presentations & executive updates. Coordinate leadership meetings and maintain visibility to priorities, risks & progress. Support sourcing events & procurement processes, including data gathering + supplier research. Assist in development of sourcing strategies & stakeholder engagement plans. Participate in supplier interactions to build foundational commercial & negotiation skills. Collaborate cross‑functionally to understand business requirements & procurement’s role in delivering value. Build relationships across functions to develop business acumen & influence early in career. Basic & Preferred Qualifications 0–2 years of experience in a business environment Bachelor’s degree required Strong organizational, analytical & communication skills Ability to synthesize information and translate it to support executive‑level deliverables Demonstrated learning agility & interest in procurement or supply chain Ability to collaborate across functions and operate in dynamic environments. Functional Competencies Strategic Sourcing Business Acumen Risk Management Supplier Selection & Contracting Supplier Relationship Management Stakeholder Influencing Industry‑Competitive Benefits Health Insurance Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts Well‑being programs including company‑wide events and a wellness incentive program Paid Time Off Financial Wellness – industry‑leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance Family‑Friendly Employee events Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge‑type services Pay Transparency Pay Rate or Range: $53,640.00 – $80,450.00 Equal Opportunity Employer Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr