Procurement Specialist

Careerscape is supporting a client opening for a Hybrid Entry-Level Procurement Specialist. This role focuses on supporting purchasing activities, coordinating with vendors, managing purchase orders, monitoring inventory needs, and ensuring the timely procurement of goods and services.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and interested in building a career in procurement, supply chain, purchasing, or business operations.

The Procurement Specialist will work closely with vendors, suppliers, finance teams, and internal departments to support purchasing processes, maintain accurate procurement records, and help optimize sourcing operations.

This role is ideal for candidates interested in procurement, supply chain management, purchasing, vendor management, or operations.

Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase orders
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers regarding orders
• Monitor inventory levels and purchasing requirements
• Track order status and ensure timely deliveries
• Maintain procurement records and purchasing documentation
• Compare vendor pricing and sourcing options
• Assist with contract administration and vendor onboarding
• Reconcile purchase orders, invoices, and delivery records
• Prepare procurement reports and purchasing analytics
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and warehouse teams
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives
• Perform additional procurement and administrative duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, or a related field preferred
• 0–2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, administration, customer service, logistics, or related roles
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• High attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a hybrid work environment
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Professional, dependable, and collaborative mindset

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility
• Competitive entry-level compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid training and onboarding
• Career growth into Senior Procurement Specialist, Buyer, Strategic Sourcing Analyst, Supply Chain Analyst, or Procurement Manager roles
• Performance-based bonuses
• Professional development and certification assistance
• Collaborative and supportive hybrid work environment