Procurement Specialist

Adecco Creative and Marketing partnered with a social media platform to hire a Procurement Specialist. Pay: $31-$38/hr Location: Onsite in San Jose About The Team The Procurement Team plays a critical role in the business and is responsible for the strategy design and end-to-end processes involved in the purchase of goods and services in a sustainable and financially viable way in compliance with business standards. We are responsible for sourcing and onboarding new vendors, supporting the development of key company systems and processes, maintaining a strategic overview of project procurement management activities and ensuring that purchasing contracts and arrangements are fulfilled in strict accordance with legal requirements, project requirements, and business policies and procedures. Responsibilities Provide fast quotes, and order services for internal stakeholders within the categories assigned by the Shared Service Center, in line with Procurement's tactical sourcing strategies Execute procurement business processes, primarily focusing on P2P (Purchase-to-pay), but potentially other relevant Procurement processes. This entails conducting competitive bidding, contract negotiation and the processing of invoices and payments Support service center leadership in process improvement initiatives to transform procurement efficiencies and effectiveness Work with suppliers to improve performance in line with Procurement's performance metrics Engage with internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimal adherence to Procurement policies and procedures Discover, track, and resolve day-to-day P2P issues, and take actions to improve processes within the immediate scope Responsible for regional metrics management, data analysis, and workout summarized report Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related discipline. Solid understanding of the procurement foundation, familiarity with procure to pay, end-to-end process and related systems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven experience in developing and streamlining procurement processes to enhance efficiency Ability to manage procurement performance metrics and generate actionable insights. Attention to detail and impeccable integrity Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and navigate through competing demands. Fine print This is a W2 position. Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. There is no PTO or holiday pay for contracts. Sick leave is accrued where applicable, check your state laws. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Fair Chance Acts California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr