Senior Procurement Specialist

RapidAir Industrial Solutions•Schaumburg, IL

9d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and driven Senior Procurement Specialist to join our fast-paced, growing organization. This role is responsible for executing procurement and inventory planning activities that ensure material availability, optimize inventory levels, and support uninterrupted operations. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and technical skills, excels at managing multiple priorities, and demonstrates a sense of urgency in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include purchase order management, demand planning, inventory analysis, supplier communication, delivery management, and supplier performance monitoring. The Senior Procurement Specialist will work closely with Operations, Sales, Finance, Marketing, and suppliers to drive execution, improve supply chain performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum of 4-6 years of relevant purchasing/procurement experience required
Experience using Business Central or similar ERP systems
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote)
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across suppliers and internal teams.
Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
Proactive, self-motivated mindset with a strong sense of urgency and ownership.
Ability to prioritize competing demands and consistently meet deadlines.
Proficient in ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and data analysis tools.
Continuous improvement mindset focused on driving efficiency, accuracy, and process improvements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle purchasing activities, including purchase order creation, supplier acknowledgements, order tracking, and invoice reconciliation.
Monitor inventory levels, replenishment requirements, excess inventory, and slow-moving stock to ensure material availability while optimizing inventory turns and working capital.
Develop KPIs and investigate / implement processes to improve including: root cause analysis, action plans, and monitoring / verification to ensure results.
Forecast demand and develop purchasing, replenishment, and supplier delivery plans using historical sales data, inventory trends, lead times, and business forecasts.
Proactively manage supplier deliveries, monitor open orders, and expedite materials as needed to support customer commitments and production schedules.
Identify and communicate potential supply chain risks, including supplier capacity constraints, material shortages, and lead time changes, while developing mitigation plans for use by cross-functional teams.
Coordinate with Operations, Warehouse, Logistics, Sales, and Finance teams to align purchasing activities with business priorities.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and service.
Investigate and resolve supplier quality issues, shipment discrepancies, delivery challenges, and other vendor-related concerns.
Obtain and evaluate domestic and international freight quotes, including parcel, LTL, FTL, LCL, and FCL shipments.
Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier, and inventory data within ERP systems and supporting tools.
Develop and maintain procurement reports, KPIs, and performance metrics to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, inventory management practices, and overall supply chain efficiency.