Procurement Operations Specialist

Procurement Operations Specialist

Join our team and play a key role in delivering efficient, compliant, and high-quality procurement operations. As a Procurement Operations Specialist, you will support the end-to-end procure-to-pay process and partner closely with stakeholders, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth purchasing and payment workflows.

What You'll Do

• Execute supplier registration processes, ensuring all records are accurate, complete, and compliant with policies
• Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders within defined service levels and quality standards
• Investigate and resolve invoice and purchase order discrepancies in collaboration with Accounts Payable, stakeholders, and suppliers
• Provide guidance, support, and training to stakeholders and suppliers on procurement processes and tools
• Maintain procurement systems and tools, including punchout catalogs and third-party ordering sites, ensuring data integrity and timely updates
• Monitor procurement inbox and respond to or route inquiries related to assigned responsibilities
• Review and reconcile procurement card transactions, working with stakeholders to verify spend accuracy

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma + 3 years' experience in procurement or supply chain management including 1 year of experience executing the procure-to-pay process and using related systems
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with stakeholders, suppliers, and cross-functional partners
• Knowledge of procurement processes, systems, and procure-to-pay workflows
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to quickly learn processes and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word

Bonus Points

• Experience with procurement or ERP systems such as Workday or other e-procurement tools
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Professional certification in procurement or supply chain (CPSM, CPIM, or similar)

Experience in Lieu of Education

Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this role may substitute for education requirements. Typically, one year of relevant experience is considered equivalent to one year of education.

At WGU, our mission drives everything we do, including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations and collaboration. We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission.

Location: This is a full-time, in-office position at WGU's office in Raleigh, North Carolina.

While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.