Procurement Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to support a busy team in Tatamy, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can provide steady procurement leadership during a period of departmental change while maintaining efficient purchasing operations. The person in this role will oversee core sourcing and purchasing activities, guide one procurement coordinator, and help ensure vendor and contract processes run smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day procurement activities, including sourcing, purchasing, and coordination of materials and services needed by the organization.

• Prepare, review, and manage purchase orders to ensure accuracy, timely processing, and alignment with business needs.

• Negotiate supplier terms, pricing, and contract conditions to secure value and support operational goals.

• Monitor buying procedures and procurement workflows, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and consistency.

• Provide direct guidance and oversight to a procurement coordinator, supporting priorities, workload management, and daily execution.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to clarify purchasing requirements, resolve order-related issues, and maintain service levels.

• Track supplier performance and address concerns related to delivery, quality, or compliance.

• Support procurement-related operational changes within the department and help maintain continuity during the contract period.

• Proven experience in corporate procurement, purchasing, or a closely related supply chain function.
• Strong working knowledge of purchase order management and end-to-end buying processes.
• Demonstrated ability to handle core procurement functions in a fast-paced business environment.
• Experience negotiating contracts, pricing, and supplier agreements effectively.
• Ability to supervise or coordinate the work of at least one team member.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in working with vendors, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.