Procurement Specialist III

Quanexus is now Skynet Innovations

Phoenix (AZ)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

9 paid holidays

401K with matching contributions

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Unlimited PTO

Full-time employee benefits

Job summary

LayerCake, a Blue Alliance company, is seeking a Procurement Specialist III to lead end-to-end sourcing, purchase order management, and contract administration while ensuring value, quality, and compliance. Hybrid work in Phoenix.

This role supports end-to-end procurement lifecycle, works with Operations and AP, and requires strong ERP/Excel skills and 3+ years in procurement. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

3+ years of procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or related operations experience.
Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret spend data and provide insights.
Experience with ERP or procurement systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Sourcing & Supplier Management: conduct market research, supplier analysis, quotes; support performance tracking.
Purchase Order Management: create, process, track POs in ERP; ensure accuracy and budgets; expedite deliveries.
Contract Administration: assist in review, negotiation, and administration of supplier contracts; escalate risks.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: align procurement with Operations and stakeholders; communicate policies and best practices.

Skills

3+ years procurement experience

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Written and verbal communication

Multi-priority management

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About The Role

The Procurement Specialist III is responsible for the acquisition of goods and services for the Company, ensuring they are obtained at the best value while meeting quality, cost, and timeline requirements.

Description

Procurement Specialist III

Location: Hybrid / Phoenix

About The Role

This role supports the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, from sourcing and supplier evaluation through purchase order management and contract compliance. The Procurement Specialist III helps the organization obtain goods and services at the best value while managing risk and building strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Supplier Management

Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify qualified vendors and support strategic sourcing initiatives.
Develop and execute quotes, partnering with Client Success and Operations as needed.
Support supplier performance management by tracking KPIs such as quality, delivery, and cost compliance.

Purchase Order Management

Create, process, and track purchase orders in the ERP system.
Ensure purchase orders are accurate and aligned with approved requisitions and budgets.
Monitor open purchase orders and expedite deliveries as needed.
Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders, receipts, and invoices in collaboration with the Accounts Payable team.
Ensure all purchases comply with company procurement policies and approval workflows.

Contract Administration

Assist in the review, negotiation, and administration of supplier contracts and agreements.
Escalate contract risks or compliance issues to the appropriate stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Operations and business unit stakeholders to align procurement activity with organizational needs and budgets.
Assist in developing and communicating procurement policies, procedures, and best practices across the organization.

Work Environment & Schedule

The position may be in-office, hybrid, or fully remote depending on regional team structure and business needs.
In-office or hybrid arrangements are preferred where possible.
A professional work environment with reliable high-speed internet is required for video conferencing, screen sharing, and continuous access to company systems.
Normal work hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM MST/PST.
Occasional after-hours work may be needed.
Light travel may be required.

Required Qualifications

3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a related operations role.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret spend data and present actionable insights.
Experience with ERP or procurement systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of contract terms and basic negotiation principles.
Associate's or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.

Compliance & Regulatory Certifications

The role supports regulated client environments and includes responsibility for ensuring that team members assigned to those environments hold and maintain required certifications.

Familiarity With The Following Compliance Frameworks Is Expected

CJIS Security Awareness Certification
CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)

Willingness to obtain and maintain required compliance certifications is expected. Certification requirements may evolve as the company's client portfolio expands into additional regulated industries.

What Success Looks Like

Lead with Ownership

Take ownership of procurement tasks—including purchase order creation, vendor onboarding, contract tracking, and supplier follow-up—and see them through to completion. Proactively work with Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies and consistently follow procurement policies and approval workflows.

Aligned Partnership

Work cooperatively with Operations, business unit stakeholders, and Accounts Payable. Communicate clearly with vendors regarding order status, delivery expectations, and compliance requirements.

You Win, We Win

Keep internal stakeholders informed about order status, supplier performance, and potential delays. Look for practical ways to streamline purchasing and share supplier insights or spend data that support better decisions.

Elevated Standards

Maintain accuracy in purchase order entry, vendor records, and contract milestone tracking. Identify process gaps and recurring issues and contribute to improving procurement procedures and best practices.

Relentless Curiosity

Ask questions about vendor selection, sourcing approaches, and procurement workflows. Stay engaged with developments in procurement tools and supplier markets and bring relevant observations back to the team

Why Join LayerCake?

LayerCake, a Blue Alliance company, is a trusted managed services provider (MSP) supporting manufacturing, logistics, and municipal organizations with critical IT operations. Since 2008, we’ve helped clients make smart, high-impact technology investments, backed by consistent, expert support from teams they know and trust. Our pod-based staffing model ensures clients receive reliable service from people who understand their environment. It’s a personalized approach that delivers long-term value and measurable outcomes. We’ve always believed small businesses deserve enterprise-level solutions, and that belief starts with our team. We hire for passion and cultural fit, then invest in growth. As a fully remote company from the start, we’ve built a strong, connected culture where people support each other, stay accountable, and thrive together.

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