Strategic Procurement Specialist: Cost Reduction & Vendors

Kforce Inc; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Frisco, TX to support purchasing, sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations in a fast-paced corporate environment.

The role partners with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely procurement, manage vendor relationships, and drive cost-saving initiatives. Experience with procurement processes, supplier management, contract administration, and ERP systems is preferred; strong Excel skills and customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, or contract administration

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day procurement activities and execute purchases within approved spending authority
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely ordering, delivery, and issue resolution
• Maintain supplier records, pricing agreements, contracts, and procurement data within ERP systems
• Obtain competitive quotes, evaluate supplier proposals, and recommend sourcing solutions
• Support RFQ and competitive bidding processes, including supplier outreach, quote analysis, and recommendations
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment activities as needed
• Reconcile purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documentation while resolving discrepancies with vendors and Accounts Payable
• Participate in supplier performance reviews and assist with vendor relationship management
• Conduct pricing analyses and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
• Support contract reviews, renewals, amendments, and standard commercial negotiations
• Coordinate hardware and equipment procurement, shipping logistics, and delivery tracking
• Maintain accurate procurement records, shipment documentation, and reporting metrics
• Partner with operational teams to address procurement-related requests and ensure service excellence
• Utilize ERP and workflow systems to manage procurement transactions and approvals

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Contract administration

Excel

Tools

SAP

ServiceNow

ERP systems

Job description

Kforce is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Frisco, TX to support purchasing, sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations in a fast-paced corporate environment.

The role partners with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely procurement, manage vendor relationships, and drive cost-saving initiatives. Experience with procurement processes, supplier management, contract administration, and ERP systems is preferred; strong Excel skills and customer service are essential.