Strategic Procurement & Negotiations Specialist

Patrick Engineering Inc in; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

RINA is seeking a Procurement Specialist (Finance) in Chicago, IL to execute sourcing and supply chain activities across North America. You will manage vendor scouting, RFQs, bid evaluation, and contract finalization to ensure cost efficiency with ESG compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical or finance field, strong negotiation and data analysis skills, and the ability to work in an international team. A comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or accounting/finance.
• Experience in procurement/supply chain with negotiation focus.
• Experience in collecting and analyzing data and understanding accounting/financial reporting.
• Knowledge of North America market and vendor base.
• Strong math, logic and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier scouting and vendor management; maintain vendor list.
• Negotiate contracts and framework agreements for favorable terms.
• Issue RFQs and evaluate bids; BAFO discussions and final pricing.
• Direct procurement processes in ERP systems and related tools.
• Collaborate with Directors and Heads/Managers and report periodically.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical Subjects or Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Accounting software

Job description

RINA is seeking a Procurement Specialist (Finance) in Chicago, IL to execute sourcing and supply chain activities across North America. You will manage vendor scouting, RFQs, bid evaluation, and contract finalization to ensure cost efficiency with ESG compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical or finance field, strong negotiation and data analysis skills, and the ability to work in an international team. A comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities are provided.