["Procurement Specialist (P1)","Procurement Specialist (P1)"]

Job Description
Title: Procurement Specialist (P1) - Transactional Procurement

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Portland, ORHybrid - 3x/week at WTC, 2x/week remote

Job Description

• The Associate ProcurementSpecialist plays a critical role in maintaining efficient procurementoperations.
• This position is responsiblefor transactional procurement activities, including managing purchaserequisitions and supporting low risk sourcing efforts.
• The role ensures timely andaccurate processing of routine procurement tasks, enabling Category Buyersand Category Managers to focus on higher value tactical and strategicactivities.
• This position supports thesmooth flow of procurement work, ensures compliance with establishedprocesses, and contributes to a reliable source to pay cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Requisition & PurchaseOrder Processing
• Process all purchaserequisitions (POs & COs) in compliance with PGE's procurementpolicies.
• Validate purchase requestsand ensure accuracy of documentation.
• Conduct basic purchasingsupport activities.
• Low-Risk Sourcing
• Develop RFIs, RFQs, and RFPsfor assigned simple sourcing events.
• Determine appropriateprocurement method and negotiate pricing for routine buys.
• Apply basic knowledge ofsourcing principles to help identify process improvements and cost savingopportunities.
• Contract Management
• Help draft and executecontracts based on established procurement frameworks.
• Apply contract extensions andescalate issues when required.
• Prepare formal notices andmaintain supplier performance reports.

Administrative & Workflow Support

• Manage procurement-relatedtickets (e.g., ServiceNow) and triage requests.
• Compliance & Coordination
• Ensure adherence toprocurement standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with CategoryBuyers and Category Managers for smooth handoffs and timely execution.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supplychain, Business, Finance, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years in supply chain,procurement, category management, or related fields
• Familiarity withERP/Procurement systems and procurement processes preferred.
• Skills & Competencies
• Strong attention to detailand organizational skills.
• Working knowledge ofprocurement methods, standards, and procedures.
• Basic contract negotiationskills.
• Understanding of marketconditions relevant to evaluating supplier bids and performance.
• Basic sourcing strategyformulation.
• Proficiency in MicrosoftOffice and ERP/Procurement tools.
• Basic analytical,decision-making, and communication skills.
• Working interpersonal,organization, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines,follow accuracy standards, and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to respond to change,accept feedback, and apply learnings.