Procurement Consultant (Technology)

Confidential; New Jersey; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential, a leading global procurement and supply chain organization, seeks a Procurement Consultant to join our client-facing sourcing team focused on technology procurement initiatives and strategic sourcing.

This role offers early-career professionals the opportunity to develop expertise in supplier negotiations, contract reviews, RFx activities, and stakeholder management within a fast-paced consulting environment.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in procurement or related fields.
• Understanding of procurement fundamentals and sourcing processes.
• Familiarity with RFx, RFP, RFQ, RFI and contract management.
• Strong business acumen and ability to assess proposals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Professional presence when interacting with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

RFx tools

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.