Sr. Procurement Specialist

Aston Carter•Bellevue, WA

3d•$52 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Procurement Specialist to support strategic sourcing, supplier management, procurement operations, and product onboarding initiatives. This role is responsible for identifying and onboarding suppliers, managing procurement activities, maintaining product and pricing data, supporting new product launches, and driving supplier performance across a diverse portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring a strong experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor management, purchasing, category support, and supply chain operations, along with exceptional analytical and relationship management skills. This individual will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to optimize costs, improve operational efficiency, and ensure a reliable supply chain. This position offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact on sourcing strategy, supplier partnerships, procurement processes, and business growth within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Operations, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, vendor management, or supply chain operations.
Demonstrated experience managing suppliers, negotiating pricing, and supporting sourcing initiatives.
Experience conducting RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, and bid analysis.
Strong understanding of procurement best practices, sourcing methodologies, and supplier relationship management.
Experience managing purchase orders and procurement workflows within ERP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis, and reporting.
Experience using Coupa or similar procure-to-pay (P2P) procurement platforms.
Excellent organizational, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting large-scale corporate, manufacturing, industrial, technology, e-commerce, construction, or robotics environments.
Knowledge of category management and supplier performance management.
Experience with spend management, procurement analytics, and cost reduction strategies.
Understanding of product lifecycle management, item master data, and catalog management.
Exposure to contract administration and supplier compliance programs.
Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, CPM, CPPB, or related procurement certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and support procurement and strategic sourcing initiatives for products, materials, and services.
Conduct supplier evaluations, competitive bidding processes, RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
Analyze supplier proposals, market conditions, pricing structures, and sourcing opportunities.
Identify and implement cost-saving and supplier optimization initiatives.
Support category management and sourcing strategies that align with business objectives.
Develop, onboard, and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, delivery performance, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.
Serve as a primary point of contact for vendors regarding pricing, contracts, product information, and performance expectations.
Manage supplier documentation, NDAs, agreements, and compliance requirements.
Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives.
Create, manage, and track purchase orders through ERP and procurement platforms.
Ensure procurement transactions are completed accurately and efficiently.
Partner with stakeholders to resolve supplier issues, pricing discrepancies, and supply chain challenges.
Maintain procurement records and documentation in accordance with company policies.
Coordinate the setup of new suppliers, products, and item master data.
Maintain accurate product catalogs, including product descriptions, specifications, attributes, images, and pricing.
Ensure data integrity across procurement, ERP, and product management systems.
Support new product introductions and launch readiness activities.
Manage product cost and retail pricing to ensure accuracy and alignment with sourcing strategies.
Perform spend analysis, pricing analysis, and supplier cost evaluations.
Utilize advanced Excel functions, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and data modeling techniques to support decision-making.
Develop reports and dashboards to track procurement metrics and supplier performance.
Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Product Management, and other business functions to support organizational objectives.
Provide backup support and training for procurement team members and buying functions.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and special procurement projects.