Senior Procurement Associate

A highly collaborative and fast-paced organization is seeking a Senior Procurement Associate to support strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, and procurement operations across multiple indirect spend categories.This role is ideal for a procurement professional who enjoys working cross-functionally, building strong internal partnerships, and driving process improvements in a dynamic environment. The team is open to candidates ranging from high-potential early-career professionals to more seasoned procurement specialists, provided they bring strong sourcing and stakeholder management capabilities.The position offers broad exposure across procurement strategy, sourcing initiatives, vendor management, ERP/process optimization, and contract administration.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsibilitiesManage procurement and sourcing activities across a variety of indirect spend areas and operational business functionsSupport supplier selection initiatives, competitive bid processes, and vendor evaluationsBuild and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support business objectivesAssist with contract review, pricing discussions, vendor onboarding, and procurement-related documentationCoordinate with cross-functional teams including Finance, Legal, Accounts Payable, Compliance, and OperationsMonitor supplier performance, support issue resolution efforts, and identify opportunities for process improvementContribute to spend analysis, reporting, procurement tracking, and data management initiativesSupport procurement system usage, ERP data accuracy, and operational workflow improvementsHelp drive efficiency initiatives related to purchasing processes, supplier management, and reporting visibilityParticipate in sourcing projects and procurement initiatives while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentAdditional ResponsibilitiesBuild strong relationships with internal business stakeholders across multiple departmentsPartner with suppliers to manage performance, issue resolution, and ongoing service deliverySupport senior leadership and cross-functional teams with procurement guidance and sourcing recommendationsOperational & Procurement SupportAssist with contract review, negotiation, and vendor onboarding processes in partnership with internal stakeholdersHelp manage purchase order workflows and support procurement compliance initiativesCollaborate with Accounts Payable, Legal, Finance, and Compliance teams to ensure smooth procurement operationsSystems, Reporting & Process ImprovementMaintain procurement-related data integrity within ERP and procurement systemsSupport reporting, spend analytics, and operational tracking activitiesContribute to workflow optimization and procurement best practices across the organizationAssist with adoption and utilization of procurement tools and processesQualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience3+ years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or category management experienceExperience supporting sourcing initiatives, supplier management, or procurement operationsExposure to indirect spend categories strongly preferredFamiliarity with RFP/RFx processes and vendor negotiationsExperience working within ERP or procurement systems such as SAP, Coupa, Oracle, Ariba, Dynamics, or similar platformsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detailAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsComfortable working cross-functionally with business teams and external suppliersStrong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPointPreferred ExperienceExposure to strategic sourcing or category managementExperience supporting procurement process improvements or spend analysis initiativesFamiliarity with supplier onboarding, procurement compliance, or contract administrationExperience in corporate, consulting, professional services, manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, or other complex business environments48879

Created: 2026-05-09