Procurement Specialist

Kforce has a client in Frisco, TX that is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing, sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations within a fast-paced corporate environment. This role partners with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely procurement of goods and services, manage vendor relationships, support cost-saving initiatives, and maintain accurate purchasing records. The ideal candidate has experience with procurement processes, supplier management, contract administration, and ERP systems while providing exceptional internal customer service. Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day procurement activities and execute purchases within approved spending authority
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely ordering, delivery, and issue resolution
• Maintain supplier records, pricing agreements, contracts, and procurement data within ERP systems
• Obtain competitive quotes, evaluate supplier proposals, and recommend sourcing solutions
• Support RFQ and competitive bidding processes, including supplier outreach, quote analysis, and recommendations
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment activities as needed
• Reconcile purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documentation while resolving discrepancies with vendors and Accounts Payable
• Participate in supplier performance reviews and assist with vendor relationship management
• Conduct pricing analyses and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
• Support contract reviews, renewals, amendments, and standard commercial negotiations
• Coordinate hardware and equipment procurement, shipping logistics, and delivery tracking
• Maintain accurate procurement records, shipment documentation, and reporting metrics
• Partner with operational teams to address procurement-related requests and ensure service excellence
• Utilize ERP and workflow systems to manage procurement transactions and approvals
• 2-4 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, or contract administration
• Experience managing vendor relationships and procurement activities in a corporate environment
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP preferred
• Experience with workflow management platforms such as ServiceNow preferred
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• Experience coordinating logistics, shipping, and supplier communications

• Experience conducting supplier negotiations and competitive bidding events
• Exposure to contract administration and commercial terms
• Knowledge of procurement best practices, purchasing processes, and spend analysis