Procurement Coordinator

Leapfrog Brands • Chicago, IL

2d • $55,000 - $65,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking to add a Procurement and supply chain professional with experience in sourcing, supplier management, cost analysis, and operational support. This role will involve evaluating supplier proposals, negotiating favorable terms, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience in purchase order management, invoice reconciliation, pricing audits, and supporting supply planning activities in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in procurement, operations, supply chain, or other relevant field
• Experience in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Strong project and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask effectively
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals and teams at all levels of the organization, including international teams
• Ability to embrace transparency and adapt to shifting priorities, while learning from each decision and maintaining focus on progress

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Tableau and/or Power BI is a plus

Responsibilities

• Engage with suppliers to obtain quotes and negotiate favorable terms for the procurement of materials and services and evaluate supplier proposals and provide recommendations to the relevant stakeholders for supplier selection.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis to identify cost drivers, potential risks, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Foster strategic relationships with key suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and high-quality deliverables.
• Suggest process improvements to streamline the request management and task completion processes, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
• Maintain organized files and records related to cost estimates, supplier communications, and project documentation.
• Facilitate clear and concise communication with internal teams, external suppliers, and international partners to coordinate activities and resolve issues effectively.
• Assist in reconciling differences between invoices and purchase orders, working closely with the finance team to resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct audits of existing price lists to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Occasionally provide support to supply planning activities, including the issuance of purchase orders and inventory management, as needed to optimize supply chain operations.

Benefits

• 15 days Paid Time Off your first year, and an additional day each year thereafter (up to 25 days)
• company paid sick days
• holidays
• parental leave options
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• commuter benefits
• additional voluntary benefits
• Annual bonus payouts for all salaried employees
• up to a 5% 401k match with no vesting period
• Summer Fridays - from Memorial Day to Labor Day enjoy half days every Friday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed