Indirect Purchasing Category Specialist

TPI Global Solutions; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

TPI Global Solutions is seeking a Procurement Professional to support both strategic and tactical procurement across indirect categories. This hybrid Atlanta-based role requires in-office presence three days a week and offers exposure to hotels, meetings, IT, facilities, staff augmentation and more.

You will work with Purchasing Category Managers to shape sourcing strategies, run RFIs/RFPs/RFQs, and evaluate proposals using eProcurement tools such as Zycus to drive value and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.
• 2–3+ years in indirect procurement or purchasing.
• Automotive or manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Purchasing Category Managers with sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract execution.
• Develop and manage sourcing events (RFIs, RFPs, RFQs) in collaboration with business stakeholders.
• Analyze supplier proposals to assess cost, quality, service and value; deliver data-driven recommendations.
• Prepare supplier evaluation reports and recommendations for leadership and procurement committees.
• Partner with business units to understand needs and provide cost, risk, and performance solutions.
• Manage purchase orders, sourcing workflows, and contract documentation in Zycus; ensure policy compliance.
• Maintain sourcing and project records and ensure audit readiness.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and approvals.

Skills

Indirect sourcing

Category management

Procurement best practices

Executive stakeholders

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Zycus

Contract terms interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Supply Chain

Tools

Zycus

Job description

Duration: 12 months with possible extension

Location: Atlanta GA - Hybrid; in-office 3 days/week

Pay: $30 - $32.69/hr on W2

Role Summary:

The Client Procurement Group is seeking a Procurement Professional to support both strategic and tactical procurement activities across a broad range of indirect categories, including hotels and meetings management, professional services, IT, facilities, supply chain services, and staffing services.

This is a hybrid contractor role that requires in-office presence at our Atlanta, GA location.

This role will work closely with one or more Purchasing Category Managers and cross-functional stakeholders to shape sourcing strategies, execute supplier initiatives, and deliver measurable business value. The position offers the opportunity to gain broad exposure to category management while building supplier partnerships that strengthen performance and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing RFIs, RFPs, RFQs; evaluating supplier proposals; and leveraging eProcurement tools such as Zycus for sourcing and contract management. Strong vendor management skills, business acumen, and the ability to ensure compliance with company policies are essential.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support Purchasing Category Managers with sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract execution.
• Develop and manage sourcing events (RFIs, RFPs, RFQs) in collaboration with business stakeholders.
• Analyze and compare supplier proposals to assess cost, quality, service, and overall value, delivering data-driven recommendations.
• Prepare supplier evaluation reports and recommendations for leadership and procurement committees.
• Partner with business units and affiliates to understand operational needs and provide solutions that balance cost, risk, and performance.
• Manage purchase orders, sourcing workflows, and contract documentation in Zycus, ensuring compliance with policies and controls.
• Maintain sourcing and project records (iManage/iSource) and ensure all procurement activities are audit-ready.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment, internal approvals, and compliance.

Qualifications & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field (or 4+ years of equivalent experience).
• 2–3+ years of experience in indirect procurement or purchasing.
• Automotive or manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of indirect sourcing strategies, category management, and procurement best practices.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including Executive Management and external suppliers.
• Skilled in managing meetings, presentations, and projects with multiple priorities and timelines.
• Proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience withZycus or similar eProcurement platforms for sourcing, project management, and contract lifecycle management.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply commercial contract terms and conditions in business decisions.