Procurement Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Frisco, TX that is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing, sourcing, vendor management, and procurement operations within a fast-paced corporate environment. This role partners with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely procurement of goods and services, manage vendor relationships, support cost-saving initiatives, and maintain accurate purchasing records. The ideal candidate has experience with procurement processes, supplier management, contract administration, and ERP systems while providing exceptional internal customer service.

Responsibilities:
* Manage day-to-day procurement activities and execute purchases within approved spending authority
* Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely ordering, delivery, and issue resolution
* Maintain supplier records, pricing agreements, contracts, and procurement data within ERP systems
* Obtain competitive quotes, evaluate supplier proposals, and recommend sourcing solutions
* Support RFQ and competitive bidding processes, including supplier outreach, quote analysis, and recommendations
* Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment activities as needed
* Reconcile purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documentation while resolving discrepancies with vendors and Accounts Payable
* Participate in supplier performance reviews and assist with vendor relationship management
* Conduct pricing analyses and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
* Support contract reviews, renewals, amendments, and standard commercial negotiations
* Coordinate hardware and equipment procurement, shipping logistics, and delivery tracking
* Maintain accurate procurement records, shipment documentation, and reporting metrics
* Partner with operational teams to address procurement-related requests and ensure service excellence
* Utilize ERP and workflow systems to manage procurement transactions and approvals

REQUIREMENTS:
* 2-4 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, or contract administration
* Experience managing vendor relationships and procurement activities in a corporate environment
* Strong Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis
* Experience with ERP systems such as SAP preferred
* Experience with workflow management platforms such as ServiceNow preferred
* Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
* Experience coordinating logistics, shipping, and supplier communications

Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience conducting supplier negotiations and competitive bidding events
* Exposure to contract administration and commercial terms
* Knowledge of procurement best practices, purchasing processes, and spend analysis

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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