Procurement Associate

Access Your Potential. Join us to create and deliver experiences that inspire people, spark connection, and bring imagination to life—while having a lot of fun doing it. We’re looking for a

Procurement Associate

to join our Corporate Services Team! This role is ideal for a relationship-driven sales professional who thrives in the hospitality and events community and enjoys building business through strong local presence, networking, and partnership development. If you’re a natural connector motivated by performance and growth, this could be your next big move. About the Job

The Procurement Associate oversees and maintains vendor accounts information to ensure they meet the minimum requirements and align with Access’ operation needs. What You'll Be Doing

Vendor Onboarding & Compliance Management Own the new vendor vetting workflow process from beginning to end, including accurate Salesforce data entry

Ensure all vendor documentation is current, complete, and compliant with company standards

Update and maintain vendor files in Salesforce to ensure ongoing compliance and data integrity

Cross-Functional Support & Coordination Support cross-functional teams with vendor vetting and procurement processes, including vendor communication and document collection

Work closely with territories to gather required documentation and pertinent information for new vendors

Serve as a primary point of contact for territories and vendors regarding vetting and compliance processes

Contracting & Process Support Assist the Procurement Team with vendor contracting activities

Contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of procurement workflows and onboarding processes

About Access

Access is a women-owned and women-led destination management company that collaborates with clients to design and execute corporate events and programs. Our expert teams are in coast-to-coast destinations, designing and producing ultimate experiences for our clients. What Success Looks Like

Vendor accounts across all territories are consistently compliant, fully vetted, and aligned with company standards

New vendor onboarding is completed efficiently, with accurate and complete Salesforce data entry from start to finish

Vendor documentation is current, organized, and audit-ready at all times

Territories are well-trained on procurement SOPs and confidently follow established processes

Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams ensures smooth vendor vetting and onboarding experiences

Clear, responsive communication is maintained with both vendors and internal stakeholders

Vendor files in Salesforce are proactively updated and maintained to prevent compliance gaps

Potential issues or delays in the vetting process are identified early and resolved quickly

Support for contracting processes is timely, accurate, and contributes to overall procurement efficiency

Procurement processes are continuously improved to enhance scalability, consistency, and operational effectiveness

About You

We know that there’s no one in the world like you. And we know that you have a lot to offer the next company you work with. Below is a list of “nice-to-haves”, but don’t let those deter you from applying. Access believes that an inclusive team and culture is important. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. Nice-to-haves: Foundational understanding of event planning, hospitality, or related fields through coursework, internship, or entry-level experience.

Strong organizational skills and time management skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities.

Excellent communication and customer service skills with a collaborative spirit.

Flexibility to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism

Why Access?

CULTURE & EXTRAS Certified as a Great Place to Work – 3 years in a row and counting!

50+ years in the industry!

Women-owned and women-led

Fun, creative, and supportive culture

Focus on recognition and employee value – including annual and quarterly awards

Paid day off to serve your local community

Annual all-company retreat to connect, learn, and have fun together

Annual qualifier-based incentive trip for top performers (certain departments eligible)

Regional team outings

Monthly companywide meetings to connect, learn, and celebrate wins

COMPENSATION Highly competitive total compensation, including strong base salary and quarterly bonuses

Very strong performance-based quarterly commission plans

401k with company match (eligible after 1 year – up to 4% of salary matched, vested immediately

Monthly cell phone stipend

WORK LIFE BALANCE Work from home opportunities and flexibility (including full home office setup)

Flexible schedule opportunities

Generous PTO

Sick days

9 full holidays

5 half days off prior to holidays to unplug early

2 floating holidays off to be used on holidays of your choice

½ day Fridays in July & August (based on achievement of goals)

HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND FAMILY Extensive menu of health plans to choose from

Paid parental leave

Pet insurance program

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Mentorship program

“Masterclasses” in industry/department-specific topics

State-of-the-art technology platforms and tools – including training

Annual and monthly meeting content that focuses on professional development

What are you waiting for? Scroll back to the top and apply! Access is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Access is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.