Procurement Specialist: Drive Cost Savings & Suppliers

Tusker Construction Group; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Tusker, based in the Midwest with national reach, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to build strong supplier relationships and negotiate terms and pricing. You will coordinate with the sales team on quotes and manage daily purchasing for corporate orders.

Key responsibilities include identifying cost-saving opportunities, handling stock orders up to $25,000, addressing delivery issues, and participating in annual inventory counts while meeting department performance goals.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of purchasing experience.
• Experience in computer, A/V, and/or distribution industry helpful.
• Microsoft Office experience with Teams, Outlook and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel preferred.
• Experience with Oracle Netsuite preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules
• Developing a basic understanding of the products or services being purchased to make smart purchasing decisions
• Coordinate with the sales team to assist with quotes, support specific opportunities, and ensure alignment with pricing strategies for optimal results
• Identify cost savings opportunities by leveraging distributors and supplier’s up front rebates and deal registration
• Evaluate, approve, and place stock orders up to $25,000
• Annual Inventory – participate in annual inventory physical account preparation, count and variance activities

Skills

Vendor management

Pricing negotiation

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle Netsuite

Teams

Outlook

Job description

Tusker, based in the Midwest with national reach, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to build strong supplier relationships and negotiate terms and pricing. You will coordinate with the sales team on quotes and manage daily purchasing for corporate orders.

Key responsibilities include identifying cost-saving opportunities, handling stock orders up to $25,000, addressing delivery issues, and participating in annual inventory counts while meeting department performance goals.