Remote Junior Procurement Specialist

XLA; United States; Remote; USD 4,400 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

XLA is seeking a Junior Procurement Specialist based in the Philippines to support the MCC-funded Interim Procurement Agent contract. The role works remotely with the Lead and Senior Specialists and is contingent upon contract award.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in procurement or related fields, fluent English, and strong MS Office skills. The position requires reliable internet and overlapping hours with U.S. Eastern and West Africa time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or similar academic credential
• 2+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain or logistics (any combination)
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Based in the Philippines with reliable internet; able to work overlapping hours with U.S. Eastern and West Africa time zones

Responsibilities

• Draft and format solicitation documents, notices and addenda using MCC templates
• Track active procurements and prepare the weekly procurement status update (Excel)
• Coordinate bidder communications, clarifications and electronic submission tools (Dropbox/Sync, DocuSign, Zoom/Teams)
• Support evaluation panel logistics, minutes and report preparation
• Maintain procurement files and archives for audit
• Assist with contract administration tracking and Contractor Past Performance Reports

Skills

Fluent English

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

XLA is seeking a Junior Procurement Specialist based in the Philippines to support the MCC-funded Interim Procurement Agent contract. The role works remotely with the Lead and Senior Specialists and is contingent upon contract award.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years in procurement or related fields, fluent English, and strong MS Office skills. The position requires reliable internet and overlapping hours with U.S. Eastern and West Africa time zones.