Procurement Consultant (Technology)

Confidential; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Procurement Consultant to join a client-facing sourcing team focused on technology procurement initiatives. This role offers an early-career professional the chance to develop expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract reviews, and stakeholder management within a fast-paced consulting environment.

The position emphasizes collaboration with category experts and procurement leaders, with opportunities to drive savings and build strong client

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or related business function.
• Understanding of procurement fundamentals and sourcing processes.
• Familiarity with RFP, RFQ, RFI, or contract management activities.
• Strong business acumen to assess commercial proposals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional presence when interacting with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing projects from initiation through contract execution.
• Assist in RFx activities including RFPs, RFQs, and supplier evaluations.
• Review proposals and contracts for risks and terms.
• Prepare sourcing recommendations for internal and client stakeholders.
• Coordinate with category experts to develop sourcing strategies.
• Engage with suppliers on terms, pricing, and service requirements.
• Track initiatives, savings opportunities, and outcomes.
• Maintain procurement records and contract files.

Skills

Procurement basics

Sourcing processes

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiation understanding

RFP/RFQ/RFI familiarity

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Sourcing tools

Procurement platforms

Vendor management systems

Job description

We are a leading global procurement and supply chain organization supporting multinational enterprises across a broad range of indirect spend categories.

We are seeking a highly motivated Procurement Consultant to join a client-facing sourcing team supporting technology procurement initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career procurement professional looking to develop expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract reviews, and stakeholder management within a fast-paced consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support sourcing and procurement projects from initiation through contract execution.
• Assist in managing RFx activities, including RFPs, RFQs, and supplier evaluations.
• Review commercial proposals and contracts, identifying key business and contractual risks.
• Prepare sourcing recommendations and present findings to internal and client stakeholders.
• Coordinate with category experts and procurement leaders to develop sourcing strategies.
• Engage with suppliers regarding commercial terms, pricing, and service requirements.
• Track procurement initiatives, savings opportunities, and sourcing outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and ensure timely communication throughout sourcing engagements.
• Maintain procurement documentation, sourcing records, and contract files.

What We're Looking For

• 1-4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, vendor management, consulting, commercial operations, contracts administration, or a related business function.
• Understanding of procurement fundamentals and sourcing processes.
• Familiarity with RFP, RFQ, RFI, supplier bidding, or contract management activities.
• Strong business acumen and ability to assess commercial proposals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional presence and confidence when interacting with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently while leveraging subject matter experts when needed.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to technology, software, telecommunications, professional services, or indirect procurement categories.
• Experience supporting vendor negotiations or contract reviews.
• Consulting or professional services environment experience.
• Knowledge of sourcing tools, procurement platforms, or supplier management processes.

Why Apply?

• Exposure to global sourcing and procurement programs.
• Direct interaction with senior business stakeholders.
• Opportunity to develop strategic sourcing and commercial negotiation skills.
• Collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Clear career development opportunities within a growing organization.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The salary range for New York City Metro Area is $90,000 to $145,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, qualifications, skills, location and applicable employment laws. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401(k), and a wide range of paid time off options.