Vendor Diversity & Procurement Specialist

McKinstry • Seattle, WA

9d • $28 - $45 • Hybrid

About The Position

McKinstry is seeking a Vendor Diversity & Procurement Specialist to join their Procurement team. This role supports both Procurement operations and Vendor Diversity initiatives, ensuring sourcing practices reflect social responsibility commitments. The specialist will act as a connector across teams, supporting purchasing activities and engaging with diverse and small business partners to expand the supplier network. This position is designed to build experience across procurement, supplier diversity, and social impact, offering a strong foundation for career growth. The role is based in Seattle, WA, and operates on a hybrid work schedule.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree in Business, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Social Sciences, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in procurement/purchasing, CSR/ESG, supplier diversity, project coordination, or a related role.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; sustainability; and community impact.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple high priority tasks accurately and on deadline.
• Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) required, SharePoint experience preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Team-player mindset with the ability to work independently and proactively anticipate the needs of the people and teams being supported.
• Ability to collaborate and navigate effectively across a national, cross-functional organization.
• Willingness to learn, engage in personal growth, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 15% annually (local and national) for meetings and offsite events; must have reliable transportation; travel expenses handled in accordance with company reimbursement policy.
• Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

Nice To Haves

• SharePoint experience preferred.
• Experience creating marketing collateral (e.g., Canva or similar tools) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists with research, coordination, and tracking of diverse and small business supplier opportunities, certifications, and outreach efforts aligned with client expectations and McKinstry’s KPIs.
• Provides broad administrative support to team initiatives; drafts, edits, and finalizes written materials; prepares presentations, reports, and collateral as assigned.
• Attend outreach events across Seattle representing McKinstry with clients, partners and local community organizations.
• Organize and coordinate networking events.
• Partner with internal project teams and advocate for diverse-owned businesses.
• Performs technical procurement support activities including data input and operation of the procurement module in financial systems, purchase order tracking, and coordination with suppliers or service providers as directed.
• Supports the flow of information between Procurement staff and internal stakeholders; assists with establishing and implementing procurement procedures in collaboration with Procurement leadership.
• May purchase minor miscellaneous materials as directed; perform all assigned activities on a timely and accurate basis.
• Takes accurate meeting notes, prepares follow-up documents, and distributes action items; supports SharePoint content management and conducts research for special projects.
• Supports coordination of supplier outreach events and internal team meetings; manages communications with internal and external contacts with discretion and professionalism.
• Works on special projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums
• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree