Procurement Consultant

Turner & Townsend • Indianapolis, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Turner & Townsend seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to work in a client facing role as a Procurement Consultant. This individual will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate records, coordinating procurement processes, and facilitating effective communication within the department and with external stakeholders. This role is on-site at our client's campus in Indianapolis, IN three to four days a week.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of applicable experience
• Proven experience in administrative support roles, preferably in a procurement or purchasing environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping.
• Proficient in using office productivity tools such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with procurement software or systems.
• Strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, terms, and best practices is desirable.
• Familiarity with applicable regulations and compliance requirements in procurement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, formatting, and distribution of procurement-related documents, including purchase orders, contracts, and bid packages.
• Maintain and update procurement records, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established procedures.
• Organize and maintain filing systems for easy retrieval of procurement documentation.
• Facilitate communication between procurement staff, vendors, and internal stakeholders, ensuring timely responses and resolution of inquiries or issues.
• Monitor and track procurement-related activities, such as purchase requisitions, order fulfillment, and delivery status.
• Assist in the preparation and issuance of requests for proposals (RFPs) and requests for quotations (RFQs).
• Maintain up-to-date vendor information, including contact details, pricing agreements, and performance metrics.
• Assist in vendor evaluation and assessment processes, collecting and analyzing supplier data to support vendor selection and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with procurement staff to resolve vendor-related issues, such as pricing discrepancies, delivery delays, or quality concerns.
• Conduct research on potential vendors, gathering information on product specifications, pricing, and availability.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of procurement reports, analyzing data and generating insights on purchasing trends, cost savings, and vendor performance.
• Support audit activities by providing necessary documentation and information related to procurement processes and transactions.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Benefits

• We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
• We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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