(MHE) Procurement Specialist

DSV • Plainfield, IL

6d • $66,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist - MHE supports the Senior Manager, Procurement - MHE in the administration, coordination, reporting, and execution of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) procurement activities across the North America network, including powered industrial trucks (e.g., forklifts), automated and ancillary equipment, and related maintenance services. This role assists with sourcing, supplier communications, contract tracking, procurement documentation, spend reporting, fleet data maintenance, and follow-up on key initiatives involving Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and related technology (e.g., telematics). This role works closely with the Senior Manager, Procurement - MHE to keep procurement processes organized, accurate, timely, and aligned with DSV business objectives.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, Business or Logistics or equivalent fields is required
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, operations support, vendor management, project coordination, or related business support functions.
• Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate as required.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office applications is needed.
• Working knowledge of procurement administration, vendor coordination, reporting, and capital equipment or fleet-related sourcing support.
• English (reading, writing, and verbal)
• Intermediate mathematical, accounting, and financial skills
• Excellent verbal, written and visual/presentation communication skills.
• Must be adept at navigating within a matrixed organizational structure.
• Results-oriented and able to work and meet timelines.
• Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task.
• Ability to question and challenge existing ways of thinking.
• Ability to support projects, organize information, follow up on action items, and provide reliable administrative and analytical support to leadership.
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Successfully work to reach company goals in an environment in which a wide degree of creativity and latitude is required

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with fleet management or telematics platforms (e.g., Crown InfoLink, Raymond iWAREHOUSE, Powerfleet) is a plus.
• Integration experience with the supply chain industry is helpful
• Third-party logistics experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience supporting sourcing activities for capital equipment, MHE, fleet categories, maintenance services, or vendor-managed programs is strongly preferred.
• Experience assisting with telematics, fleet management, asset tracking, or maintenance technology programs is a plus.
• Involvement in relevant professional organizations is desirable

Responsibilities

• Supports the Senior Manager, Procurement - MHE in executing the North America MHE category strategy, including initiatives related to growth, savings/avoidances, standardization, supplier performance, and operational support.
• Assists with the preparation, coordination, and administration of RFQ/RFP activities, including data collection, supplier communication, quote tracking, meeting coordination, and documentation follow-up.
• Maintains accurate MHE-related records, including fleet information, purchase documentation (including lease and rental), supplier contacts, pricing files, contract dates, renewal timelines, and program trackers.
• Supports spend analysis, category reporting, savings tracking, and KPI reporting to help monitor procurement performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinates with Operations, Safety, Finance, IT, and other support teams to gather requirements, validate site needs, confirm equipment specifications, and support timely implementation of procurement initiatives.
• Assists with supplier onboarding, quarterly business review preparation, scorecard updates, service-level tracking, and follow-up on open supplier action items.
• Provides administrative and analytical support for MHE programs such as telematics, fleet management systems, maintenance programs, and equipment standardization.
• Tracks the rollout of executed agreements, pricing updates, equipment orders, and vendor programs to ensure key stakeholders have current information and required documentation.
• Helps organize and maintain procurement templates, dashboards, trackers, presentations, supplier files, and process documentation for the MHE category.
• Supports compliance with company procurement procedures, safety expectations, equipment standards, and documentation requirements.
• Performs other procurement, reporting, coordination, and project support duties as assigned by the Senior Manager, Procurement - MHE.

Benefits

• Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level