Procurement Specialist I: Data-Driven Purchasing & P2P

Acara Solutions, Inc.

Melbourne (FL)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Part time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Acara Solutions in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Procurement Specialist I to support indirect procurement and supplier relationships on a 6-month contract. You will help develop cost-conscious purchasing strategies and ensure compliance with company policies.

You will execute P2P activities, conduct spend analyses, and partner with legal and business teams on SOWs and agreements, while building a data-driven approach to decision making and helping drive savings.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in finance, operations/supply management or related field.
1-3 years of experience in Procurement.
1+ years' experience in preparation of RFQ/RFPs, negotiation, follow-up and control of commercial proposals.

Responsibilities

Support data-driven procurement decisions through analytics and actionable recommendations.
Execute procure-to-pay (P2P) purchasing activities and support the development and administration of agreements and SOWs in partnership with business and legal teams.
Conduct spend analysis, market research, benchmarking, and financial analysis using TCO and NPV concepts to identify cost-saving opportunities and develop compelling business cases.
Build and manage trusted relationships with suppliers, business partners, and internal stakeholders, including supporting commercial negotiations, delivery performance, Quarterly Business Reviews, and supplier assessments.
Identify and implement process improvements while supporting special projects, large RFPs, and cross-functional initiatives that enhance procurement effectiveness.
Maintain accurate contract databases, special terms documentation, and procurement records while ensuring compliance with U.S. Procurement Policies and Guidelines.