Strategic Procurement Coordinator

elevantrecruiting; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

elevantrecruiting seeks a purchasing professional to manage procurement, supplier relationships, and cost-saving initiatives across departments. You will identify needs, negotiate contracts, process purchase orders, and maintain data accuracy.

The role requires 2+ years in purchasing, strong negotiation and cross-functional collaboration, and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Mathematics and reasoning skills required.
• At least 2 years of experience in purchasing and vendor management.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Procurement and supplier management.
• Order processing / order requisition management.
• Contract negotiation (pricing and terms with suppliers).
• Communication and coordination with internal departments and suppliers.
• Record keeping and documentation.
• Cost savings initiatives.
• Coordination with suppliers regarding quality topics (non-conformances, documentation, samples).
• Maintenance of master data (item attributes, supplier info, pricing).
• Cost analysis: trend analysis and spot analysis on purchasing opportunities.

Skills

English proficiency

Mathematics & reasoning

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

elevantrecruiting seeks a purchasing professional to manage procurement, supplier relationships, and cost-saving initiatives across departments. You will identify needs, negotiate contracts, process purchase orders, and maintain data accuracy.

The role requires 2+ years in purchasing, strong negotiation and cross-functional collaboration, and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.