Procurement Specialist

DSJ Global; Calhoun (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Calhoun, GA. This hybrid role combines on-site collaboration with remote planning to manage supplier relationships, issue and track purchase orders, and ensure timely delivery of materials.

You will partner with supply chain planning teams, negotiate pricing, maintain supplier data, and lead supplier reviews to optimize lead times, MOQs, and inventory levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 3+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing supplier relationships.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and track purchase orders through completion and delivery.
• Partner with supply chain planning teams to determine order quantities and delivery requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while ensuring accountability for pricing, delivery performance, lead times, minimum order quantities, and inventory requirements.
• Manage supplier invoicing processes and resolve pricing or documentation discrepancies.
• Maintain supplier master data, including lead times, lot sizes, and minimum order quantities.
• Identify and mitigate supply risks related to shortages, quality concerns, capacity constraints, and supplier delays.
• Lead supplier business reviews and collaborate cross-functionally with planning, quality, product management, and product development teams.
• Support procurement operations and purchasing activities as needed.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Negotiation

Supplier relationships

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Tools

CAMS/AS400

Job description

Location: Calhoun, GA (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week)

About the Opportunity

Procurement Specialist

We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to join a growing supply chain team. This role is responsible for managing supplier relationships, issuing and monitoring purchase orders, maintaining supplier data, and ensuring the timely delivery of materials. The position offers strong visibility within the organization and the opportunity to directly influence supplier performance, inventory availability, and service levels.

This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional looking to expand their responsibilities, gain exposure to leadership, and make a measurable impact within a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and track purchase orders through completion and delivery.
• Partner with supply chain planning teams to determine order quantities and delivery requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while ensuring accountability for pricing, delivery performance, lead times, minimum order quantities, and inventory requirements.
• Manage supplier invoicing processes and resolve pricing or documentation discrepancies.
• Maintain supplier master data, including lead times, lot sizes, and minimum order quantities.
• Identify and mitigate supply risks related to shortages, quality concerns, capacity constraints, and supplier delays.
• Lead supplier business reviews and collaborate cross-functionally with planning, quality, product management, and product development teams.
• Support procurement operations and purchasing activities as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience.
• Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing supplier relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to drive accountability and influence stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• APICS/CSCP, CPP, or related certifications.
• Project management experience.
• Six Sigma or process improvement experience.
• ERP systems experience, including CAMS/AS400.
• Business intelligence and reporting tool experience.