Strategic Supplier Operations Specialist (Remote)

Arena Staffing; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Arena Staffing is seeking a resourceful Supplier Operations Specialist to oversee supplier onboarding, performance monitoring, and procurement-related activities on a full-time contract basis.

The role requires strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage supplier relationships and support supply chain efficiency across remote, hybrid, or onsite work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Procurement, or a related field preferred.
• Two to four years of experience in supplier operations, procurement, supply chain management, vendor coordination, or contract administration.
• Strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and relationship-management skills.
• Experience coordinating supplier activities, purchase orders, contracts, invoices, and procurement documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, supplier management systems, procurement platforms, and online collaboration tools.
• Ability to review supplier agreements, interpret contractual requirements, and maintain accurate business records.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential business information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Demonstrated ability to identify operational inefficiencies and recommend practical improvements.
• Annual Contract Rate: $130,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day supplier operations, communications, and administrative activities.
• Manage supplier onboarding, registration, compliance documentation, and due diligence processes.
• Monitor supplier performance, evaluate service quality, and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Assist with supplier negotiations, pricing reviews, contract terms, and service agreements.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier contracts, purchase orders, invoices, and related documentation.
• Coordinate purchase requisitions, order processing, invoice verification, and procurement documentation.
• Evaluate supplier proposals, pricing structures, delivery capabilities, and service quality.
• Identify and resolve supplier-related issues, delivery delays, discrepancies, and compliance concerns.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, legal, logistics, and other internal departments to support operational efficiency.
• Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, pricing changes, and supply chain developments.
• Prepare supplier performance reports, operational summaries, and recommendations for management.
• Support supplier audits, compliance reviews, and internal reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve supplier workflows, reduce operational costs, and strengthen procurement efficiency.
• Ensure supplier activities align with company policies, contractual obligations, and applicable compliance standards.

Job description

Arena Staffing is seeking a resourceful Supplier Operations Specialist to oversee supplier onboarding, performance monitoring, and procurement-related activities on a full-time contract basis.

The role requires strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage supplier relationships and support supply chain efficiency across remote, hybrid, or onsite work arrangements.