Procurement Consultant

Aston Carter • Westerville, OH

3d • $41 - $47 • Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Consultant leads sourcing events and manages supplier relationships, balancing cost, schedule, and risk. This role develops sourcing strategies for labor, services, materials, and equipment, negotiates contracts, and ensures supplier performance and compliance. The consultant collaborates cross-functionally and supports category management strategies while leading sourcing and contracting activities.

Requirements

• Procurement and purchasing expertise
• Contract negotiation and supplier management experience
• Bachelor’s degree (or 6+ years relevant experience)
• 5+ years of related experience, including cross-functional work
• Strong analytical, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

• Category management experience in utility, manufacturing, or construction

Responsibilities

• Lead RFQs/RFPs and evaluate supplier proposals
• Develop sourcing strategies and perform TCO analysis
• Negotiate pricing, delivery, and commercial terms
• Support contract development with legal and finance
• Manage supplier relationships and performance
• Identify supply risks, capacity, and logistics issues
• Partner with engineering, operations, and project teams
• Provide market insights and support commercial strategies

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree