Senior Procurement Specialist

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a procurement professional to plan spend, review vendor contracts, and manage the end-to-end sourcing process. The role focuses on achieving cost savings while ensuring compliance and strong supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate will bring 3–5 years in purchasing or supply chain, excel in negotiation and contract development, and drive strategic initiatives. Travel up to 25% may be required to support business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; coursework or certification in supply chain management preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or sales roles.
• Strong verbal and written communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience leveraging vendor relationships to achieve meaningful cost savings through strategic initiatives.
• Project management experience with a demonstrated track record of delivering results.
• Proven experience developing strategies and leading them through implementation.
• Understanding of economic principles and technical considerations.
• Negotiation and contract development experience.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
• Customer-focused approach with flexibility to support changing business needs.
• Continuous learning mindset with a proactive approach to professional growth.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize activities related to assigned spend categories.
• Prepare and review contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements to ensure legal compliance and pricing accuracy.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process from purchase intent through delivery.
• Negotiate complex agreements for materials and services to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Manage surplus materials, including coordinating buy-back opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Identify, recruit, and manage suppliers that deliver high-quality products and services.
• Review and resolve vendor claims and contract issues.
• Champion change management initiatives to integrate demand-driven principles across Procurement.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Negotiation

Contract development

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Change management

Travel up to 25%

Cost savings mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Supply chain management certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize activities related to assigned spend categories.
• Prepare and review contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements to ensure legal compliance and pricing accuracy.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process from purchase intent through delivery.
• Negotiate complex agreements for materials and services to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Manage surplus materials, including coordinating buy-back opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Identify, recruit, and manage suppliers that deliver high-quality products and services.
• Review and resolve vendor claims and contract issues.
• Champion change management initiatives to integrate demand-driven principles across Procurement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; coursework or certification in supply chain management preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or sales roles.
• Strong verbal and written communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience leveraging vendor relationships to achieve meaningful cost savings through strategic initiatives.
• Project management experience with a demonstrated track record of delivering results.
• Proven experience developing strategies and leading them through implementation.
• Understanding of economic principles and technical considerations.
• Negotiation and contract development experience.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
• Customer-focused approach with flexibility to support changing business needs.
• Continuous learning mindset with a proactive approach to professional growth.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• supply chain management certification