Procurement Specialist
Location: Vancouver, WA (Onsite)
Pay Range: $35.00 - $40.00/hour
About the Opportunity
Our client, a well-established organization, is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support purchasing operations, vendor management, contract administration, and procurement compliance. This role is ideal for a procurement professional who enjoys balancing strategic sourcing, vendor relations, contract coordination, and inventory oversight while ensuring purchasing activities align with organizational policies and budget objectives.
Why Join / Company Highlights
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Opportunity to lead procurement processes that directly support organizational operations and growth
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Join a mission-driven organization with a strong commitment to community service.
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Broad exposure to sourcing, contract administration, inventory management, and vendor relations
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Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional interaction across departments
Responsibilities
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Manage procurement activities for supplies, equipment, furniture, and contracted services, including sourcing, vendor negotiations, and purchasing support
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Prepare and administer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotes (RFQs), Invitations to Bid (ITBs), and other competitive procurement processes
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Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships while monitoring contract performance, deliverables, timelines, warranties, and compliance requirements
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Support purchase order processing, track open purchase orders, reconcile procurement records, and monitor fulfillment status
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Maintain procurement documentation, contract files, vendor records, and purchasing data in accordance with policies and regulatory requirements
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Coordinate asset inventory management, warranty tracking, physical inventory processes, and surplus asset disposal activities
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Provide procurement reporting, audit support, budgeting assistance, and training to internal stakeholders regarding purchasing procedures and compliance standards
Qualifications
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Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
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3+ years of procurement, purchasing, contract administration, or vendor management experience required; government procurement experience is highly preferred
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Strong knowledge of sourcing, competitive bidding, contract management, inventory control, purchasing processes, and Microsoft Excel or related procurement systems
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Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, analyze vendor proposals, maintain accurate records, communicate effectively, and provide exceptional customer service
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize appropriately.
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- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, along with databases and other automated workflows
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Ability to adhere to confidentiality guidelines and handle sensitive information with professionalism
Call to Action
Ready to take the next step in your procurement and purchasing career? Apply today to learn more about this Procurement Specialist opportunity and join a team where your expertise in sourcing, vendor management, contracts, and procurement operations will make an immediate impact.
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