Specialist, Procurement (Work at Home)

Freddie Mac; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance industry seeks a Procurement Specialist to optimize supplier performance and manage procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and strong analytical abilities. This role offers an opportunity to work at home with flexible responsibilities and collaboration across various departments.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in procurement within IT or Real Estate or BPO is a must.
• Proficient in English, multilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct industry benchmarking and pursue supplier performance optimisation.
• Manage the RFx process including supplier evaluation and contract development.
• Collaborate across departments to promote procurement best practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title:
Specialist, Procurement (Work at Home)

Job Description

Essential Functions/Core Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing: Conduct industry benchmarking and identify and pursue supplier performance optimisation and cost reduction opportunities across corporate-wide commodity categories.
• RFx Management: Develop and manage the RFx process for procurement projects, including supplier evaluation, contract term development, pricing, licensing, functionality assessments, and product/service acquisition.
• Procurement Analysis: Conduct detailed financial, functional, and opportunity assessments to support decision-making.
• Process Expertise: Apply deep knowledge of procurement best practices across the Procure-to-Pay process, including order management, vendor management, supplier contracting.
• Supplier Development & Management: Identify and implement supplier process improvement initiatives, while managing key supplier relationships to enhance value delivery and minimise product and service costs aligned with business objectives.
• Business Collaboration: Collaborate across departments to promote procurement best practices and methodologies throughout the organisation.

Desirable:

• Proficient in English is a minimum requirement; multi-lingual preferred.
• Experience in Customer Experience/BPO industry or IT procurement, real estate, marketing and recruitement
• Proven track record in supporting international sourcing projects across multiple countries within EMEA, preference for but not limited to: Egypt; Georgia; Israel; Jordan; KSA; Turkiye; and UAE.
• Strong reporting skills.

Candidate Profile

Experience: 3-5 years' experience in procurement within IT (hard- and software) or Real Estate or BPO is a must.

Skills:

• Advanced negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and negotiate basic to complex terms and conditions.
• Demonstrated expertise in organising and prioritising tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven ability to present information effectively to internal and external stakeholders.

Attributes:

• Self-starter with a sense of urgency; thrives under pressure in both team and individual settings.
• Demonstrates business acumen and comprehensive understanding of organisational operations.
• Strong customer service orientation and professionalism.
• Ability to take initiative, demonstrate ownership, and focus on continuous improvement.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in English is a minimum requirement; multi-lingual preferred.
• Proven track record in supporting international sourcing projects across multiple countries within EMEA, preference for but not limited to: Egypt; Georgia; Israel; Jordan; KSA; Turkiye; and UAE.
• Strong reporting skills.
• Able to travel to the office whenever required

Location:
JOR Amman - 1 Rafiq Al Hariri Ave, Edgo Building, Abdali Boulevard, Amman, Jordan

Language Requirements:
English

Time Type:
Full time
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