Sr. Specialist, Procurement Operations

Opensity Solutions; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Opensity Solutions is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Procurement Operations to optimize procurement activities across the organization, including vendor management, PO processing, contract coordination, and sourcing support.

This role requires navigating ambiguity, managing complex client scenarios, and escalating risks when needed. The position is remote within the United States and offers full-time permanence with a salary range of USD 85,000–100,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, purchasing, or contract management with ownership of complex renewals and vendor relationships.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain Management, MIS, or related field preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience handling large datasets, financial analysis, reporting and audits.
• Proven analytical and quantitative skills with ability to interpret data and drive business decisions.
• Experience reviewing, interpreting, and administering contracts and renewal terms.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage complex client renewals, contract negotiations, and sourcing activities with multiple stakeholders.
• Serve as primary escalation point for procurement challenges, driving issues to resolution and client satisfaction.
• Communicate mitigation plans to leadership and stakeholders; anticipate risks and roadblocks.
• Provide thoughtful recommendations and guidance as trusted advisor to internal teams and clients.
• Own workstreams from initiation to completion and keep stakeholders informed.
• Monitor contract lifecycles, expirations, renewals, and maintain records in contract systems.
• Perform financial, vendor, and contract analysis to support decision‑making and cost optimization.
• Manage strategic vendor relationships, reporting, incentives, rebates, and channel programs.
• Support Request‑to‑Pay processes and procurement technology for internal and client stakeholders.
• Support Telecom Expense Management activities including inventory, disputes, vendor coordination, and requests.
• Partner with Client Engagement teams to identify opportunities to expand procurement services.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Contract management

Sourcing

Renewals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us: Opensity Solutions is the largest tech‑enabled managed services organization serving leading law firms, financial institutions and professional services firms. At Opensity, we provide integrated operational platforms, automation and advisory services that enable clients to modernize operating models, reduce cost and accelerate growth. Our capabilities include IT and technology solutions, document processing and administrative support, marketing and communications, billing and AP/AR services, records and information governance, workflow automation, consulting and hospitality and facilities services. Our Mission: Our mission is to provide modernized technology platforms, elevated technology support, and valuable insights, empowering our clients to excel in what they do best.

The role of Sr. Specialist, Procurement Operations at K2 Services is responsible for supporting and optimizing procurement activities across the organization, including vendor management, purchase order processing, contract coordination, and sourcing support. This position plays a key role in ensuring timely, cost‑effective procurement aligned with internal policies and business objectives. The Senior Specialist partners with stakeholders across departments to maintain procurement accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency. We are seeking a highly accountable procurement professional who can independently manage complex client scenarios, vendor relationships, and renewal activities with minimal oversight. This individual must be comfortable navigating ambiguity, identifying solutions to complex issues, and proactively escalating risks, roadblocks, and client concerns when necessary. Success in this role requires strong business judgment, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to seeing work through to completion.

Job location: Remote, United States
Job type: Full time/Permanent
Salary range: USD 85,000- 100,000/year

Responsibilities

• Independently manage complex client renewals, contract negotiations, and sourcing activities involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and ambiguous requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of escalation for procurement challenges, driving issues to resolution while maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
• Anticipate project risks, identify roadblocks early, and proactively communicate mitigation plans to leadership and stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted advisor to internal teams and clients by providing thoughtful recommendations, sound business judgment, and solution‑oriented guidance.
• Maintain ownership of assigned workstreams from initiation through completion, ensuring commitments are met and stakeholders remain informed throughout the process.
• Manage the customer contract lifecycle, including monitoring upcoming expirations, coordinating renewals, and maintaining accurate contract records within contract management systems.
• Perform financial, budget, vendor, and contract analysis to support client decision‑making, cost optimization, and procurement strategy.
• Manage strategic vendor relationships, reporting, and channel programs to maximize client value, incentives, rebates, and operational efficiency.
• Support Request‑to‑Pay processes and provide procurement technology support to internal and client stakeholders.
• Support Telecom Expense Management activities, including inventory tracking, carrier dispute resolution, vendor coordination, and ad hoc client requests.
• Partner with Client Engagement teams to identify opportunities to expand procurement and managed service offerings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, purchasing, or contract management, including ownership of complex renewals, sourcing initiatives, and vendor relationships.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Management Information Systems, or a related field preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including experience working with large datasets, financial analysis, reporting, and audit functions.
• Proven analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret data and drive business recommendations.
• Experience reviewing, interpreting, and administering contractual agreements and renewal terms.
• Experience supporting client‑facing procurement, sourcing, or vendor management activities preferred.
• Experience in professional services, technology distribution, technology resale, managed services, or related industries preferred.
• Permanent U.S. work authorization
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally as needed.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex work with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a track record of identifying solutions and driving issues to completion.
• Proven ability to work through ambiguity and changing priorities while maintaining a high level of accountability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when managing client‑facing interactions.
• Ability to appropriately assess when an issue can be solved independently and when escalation is required.
• Strong sense of ownership and urgency with a bias toward action and follow‑through.
• Experience supporting demanding clients or executive stakeholders where professionalism and communication are critical to success.

Opensity is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and the work we do for our clients.

Opensity provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, family status, marital status, source of income, record of offences, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or provincial human rights legislation.

We are committed to fair and barrier free recruitment, selection, and employment practices, and to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process and employment lifecycle, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation.

Candidates who require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process are encouraged to advise our Talent team so appropriate support can be provided.

Respect

We believe in treating everyone with dignity, kindness, and empathy. We foster an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued, and mutual respect is the cornerstone of our interactions.

Accountability

We take ownership of our actions and decisions, acknowledging their impact on our team, the organization, and our clients. We strive for transparency and follow through on our commitments, fostering trust and reliability within our community.

Collaboration

We understand that working together yields the best results and that our parts are better together. We actively promote teamwork, open communication, and the sharing of ideas. By embracing diverse talents and perspectives, we create a supportive and innovative environment that encourages collective growth and empowerment.

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