Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist Overview The Procurement Specialist role offers a dynamic opportunity to support procurement operations and supplier onboarding processes within a hybrid work environment. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient supplier registration and onboarding processes. Manage Purchase Requisition and PO Change Order processes, ensuring accurate data input and compliance with SLAs. Serve as the point of contact for inquiries related to supplier onboarding and procurement processes. Drive adoption and optimize system utilization through continuous process improvement initiatives. Provide timely customer service and training to enhance onboarding and procurement operations. Support supplier inquiries and resolve issues related to procurement processes and onboarding. Monitor supplier onboarding communications and respond promptly to inquiries for improved service. Track and organize inquiries, communicating themes to drive process improvements. Procurement Specialist Key Responsibilities & Duties Process new and mid-contract requests in collaboration with business leads and suppliers. Communicate with stakeholders across Procurement, Legal, Finance, IT, and Accounts Payable teams. Ensure supplier registration and onboarding responsibilities are completed efficiently. Manage Purchase Requisition and PO Change Order processes with accurate data input. Act as the primary contact for supplier onboarding and P2P process inquiries. Maintain compliance with SLAs for supplier onboarding and procurement workflows. Engage with stakeholders to optimize system utilization and drive process improvements. Provide training to business functions to improve procurement processes. Monitor and respond to supplier inquiries, ensuring timely resolution of issues. Procurement Specialist Job Requirements Associate of Arts (AA) degree or equivalent educational background required. Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement or related field; 4 years preferred. Proficiency in procurement systems and supplier onboarding processes. Strong communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to manage and monitor procurement workflows and ensure compliance with SLAs. Experience in driving process improvements and optimizing system utilization. Competence in handling supplier inquiries and resolving procurement-related issues. Strong organizational skills to track and manage supplier onboarding processes. Familiarity with hybrid work environments and ability to adapt to flexible work arrangements. #J-18808-Ljbffr