Jr Procurement Manager

Uniqcli; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Parental leave

Signing bonus

Training & development

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Pay

Career Advancement

Job summary

A leading supply chain company in Chicago is seeking a Procurement Manager to develop relationships with vendors and negotiate purchasing terms. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and strong negotiation skills, with experience in procurement. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, including flexible schedules and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics, supply chain management, or related field.
• Previous experience as a Procurement Manager or Procurement Officer preferred.
• Understanding of procurement techniques and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement successful sourcing strategies.
• Research and develop relationships with suppliers and external vendors.
• Negotiate the terms and conditions of purchases.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Networking

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Sourcing software

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Benefits/Perks
• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Pay
• Career Advancement

Job Summary

We are seeking a Procurement Manager to join our team. In this role, you will develop relationships with external vendors and suppliers and ensure we are getting the best terms possible for our goods and services. Ultimately, your goal is to minimize procurement costs so that those funds can be better utilized for the company's growth. The ideal candidate is a strong negotiator and networker with a track record of success in procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement successful sourcing strategies
• Research and develop relationships with suppliers and external vendors
• Negotiate the terms and conditions of purchases with vendors
• Approve orders and finalize details
• Track key metrics and provide reports to upper management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, logistics, supply chain management, or related field
• Previous experience as a Procurement Manager, Procurement Officer or Head of Procurement is preferred
• Understanding of procurement techniques and strategies
• Strong negotiation and networking skills
• Familiarity with sourcing software
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Ability to collect, analyze, and report on data