Procurement Specialist

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing operations for a long-term contract position based in Springfield, Oregon. This role focuses on managing procurement activities, coordinating purchase order processing, and helping maintain efficient buying practices across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in corporate procurement and is comfortable working with enterprise systems and data tools to support accurate, timely sourcing decisions.Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities by preparing, reviewing, and processing purchase orders in alignment with company procurement policies.• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to source goods and services that meet cost, quality, and delivery expectations.• Support contract negotiation efforts by gathering pricing details, comparing supplier proposals, and helping secure favorable commercial terms.• Maintain accurate procurement records and track purchasing activity using systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP.• Analyze procurement data in Microsoft Excel to monitor spending patterns, identify opportunities, and support reporting needs.• Ensure purchasing transactions are completed correctly and follow established corporate procurement procedures and approval workflows.• Resolve order discrepancies, supplier issues, and documentation concerns to help keep procurement operations running smoothly.