Shop Procurement Specialist

Acco Engineered Systems; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCO Engineered Systems, Inc. in Boise, Idaho, seeks a Procurement Specialist to source, order, and deliver materials and services for field projects, service work, and offices.

You will execute purchase orders, obtain competitive pricing, track vendor performance, and maintain procurement records while collaborating with project managers, field teams, and suppliers to ensure on‑time, cost‑effective procurement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of procurement or purchasing experience; construction or mechanical services preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement of materials, tools, equipment, and supplies for field operations and offices.
• Create, process, and track purchase orders and change orders in the procurement system.
• Obtain quotes and evaluate vendor pricing for cost-effective purchases.
• Monitor order status and delivery schedules; resolve delays with vendors.
• Maintain approved vendor lists and pricing data.
• Support warranty and returns processes, including documentation.
• Collaborate with shipping to verify deliveries and support inventory.
• Enter procurement data and invoices into company systems; communicate with internal teams.
• Perform additional procurement tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Travel 0–5% and work in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor coordination

Purchase orders

Data entry

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or coursework in business/supply chain

Tools

Procurement software

ERP system

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

The Procurement Specialist supports the company’s procurement operations by coordinating the sourcing, ordering, and delivery of materials, equipment, and services needed for field projects, service work, and office operations. This role focuses on executing purchase orders, obtaining competitive pricing, tracking vendor performance, and maintaining accurate procurement records. Working closely with project managers, field teams, and suppliers, the Procurement Specialist ensures materials and services are procured efficiently, cost-effectively, and on schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement of materials, tools, equipment, and supplies to support field operations, projects, and office needs.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotes to support competitive pricing and cost-effective purchasing decisions.
• Create, process, and track purchase orders and change orders in the company’s procurement system.
• Monitor order status, confirm delivery schedules, and follow up with vendors to resolve delays or discrepancies.
• Maintain and update approved vendor lists, pricing data, and supplier contact information.
• Support warranty and return processes, including documentation, credit requests, and coordination of core returns.
• Research and source hard-to-find parts or alternative materials from multiple suppliers.
• Collaborate with shipping and receiving to verify deliveries, track shipments, and support inventory processes.
• Accurately enter procurement data, invoices, and records into company systems while communicating effectively with internal teams.
• Perform additional procurement-related tasks and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Working knowledge of procurement processes, vendor coordination, and purchase order systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills for vendor and internal team coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with ERP or procurement software preferred.
• Team-oriented mindset and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in business, supply chain, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience; construction or mechanical services industry experience preferred.

Proactivity/Initiative

Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level/position and with minimal supervision.

Perseverance

Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.

Motivation/Dedication

Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.

Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn

Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.

Insight

The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.

Engagement

Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.

People Skills

Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people’s strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives.

Communication

Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.

Teamwork

The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.

Big Picture

Understands and contributes to the organizations’ short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.

Problem-Solver

Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems in support of personnel, group, department, or organizational objectives.

Execution

Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible, to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.

• Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Can take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for his/her actions. Lead by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.

Travel Requirements

Travel to (field, shop, project site) may be required 0-5% of the time.

Hours

This is a non-exempt position from Monday through Friday. Work hours begin and end between 6:00am and 2:30 pm with a one-hour break for lunch and two rest breaks. Eight hours per day is required and other occasional overtime may be necessary for business needs

Physical Demands

Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Prolonged sitting. Frequently required to reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch.

This job is located in a working fabrication facility.