Procurement Specialist

The role

The Procurement Specialist supports procurement activities by sourcing goods and services, evaluating suppliers, and processing purchase orders. This role works with internal departments and external vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement.

What you will do

• Coordinate procurement of goods, materials, equipment, and services.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotes, proposals, and pricing.
• Research potential suppliers and assist with selection and onboarding.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, and delivery.
• Prepare, issue, and maintain purchase orders and documentation.
• Monitor purchase orders, production schedules, and vendor deliveries.
• Review invoices and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor performance KPIs and perform quarterly business reviews.
• Maintain vendor, purchasing, pricing, and contract records.
• Monitor procurement spend and identify cost savings and process improvements.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Finance, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 2–4 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, vendor management, or a related field.
• Experience with purchase orders, vendor management, sourcing, and procurement processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Google suite of products, ERP and inventory systems (e.g., NetSuite, Fishbowl, SAP) and developing scalable operational processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professional relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Knowledge of procurement principles, purchasing practices, and supply chain processes.
• Ability to analyze pricing, bids, proposals, and supplier information.
• Strong negotiation and vendor relationship management skills.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical coverage plan option for employees and access to 15+ plan types, including PPO, HMO and HDHP
• Dental and vision and ancillary benefits such as short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
• Generous PTO for rest and recharge throughout the year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• 1 week paid holiday break at the end of December, for a company-wide closure + 11 additional nationally recognized holidays
• 401(k) offering
• Tech tool preference, including choice of PC or Mac.
• Hybrid employees receive catered lunch twice a week.

About the company

Yondr creates phone-free spaces to deepen human connection and elevate shared experiences. The business segments span industries including education and live events.