Procurement Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join a wholesale distribution organization in the Knoxville, TN area. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of purchasing, inventory planning, vendor relationships, and procurement strategy while making a direct impact on business operations and supply chain performance.

Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.

If you're a proactive problem solver who enjoys building vendor partnerships, analyzing inventory trends, and driving purchasing decisions, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

• Type: Temp to Hire
• Location: Knoxville, TN.
• Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM | Friday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
• Compensation: $55,000-$65,000 annually

What You'll Do:

• Manage purchasing and inventory planning for a diverse product portfolio
• Forecast inventory needs and analyze purchasing trends
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and vendor agreements
• Build and maintain relationships with vendor partners
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate purchase orders
• Evaluate supplier performance and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Partner with internal teams to support purchasing strategies and business needs

What We're Looking xhyhwjd For:

• 3-5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Procurement, or a related field
• Experience with forecasting, inventory management, and vendor negotiations
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and best practices
• ERP experience required; Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills