Procurement Specialist

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support a real estate property and facilities management organization in Denver, Colorado. This Contract position will focus on vendor sourcing, purchase order support, pricing comparisons, and budget-conscious procurement activities within a collaborative, results-oriented environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on purchasing experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while partnering closely with internal teams. This opportunity is expected to last 2 to 3 months, with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities:
• Identify and engage vendors with relevant experience to meet purchasing needs across the organization while balancing cost, quality, and service expectations.
• Prepare, track, and support purchase order activity, helping maintain accurate procurement records and timely processing.
• Review supplier quotes and compare pricing against budgets using spreadsheets and basic analytical methods.
• Use Excel tools such as pivot tables and lookup functions to organize data, evaluate options, and support purchasing decisions.
• Learn and navigate procurement platforms, including Coupa, to manage sourcing and purchasing workflows effectively.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to reduce administrative burden on site and community management teams through centralized procurement support.
• Contribute ideas for alternative sourcing strategies when standard options do not align with operational or budget requirements.
• Assist with contract-related procurement tasks, including coordination and support for negotiations and documentation as needed.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, vendor sourcing, or a related buying function.
• Working knowledge of purchase orders, supplier coordination, and core procurement processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to use pivot tables and VLOOKUP for pricing and budget analysis.
• Ability to interpret quote responses, compare vendor proposals, and make practical recommendations based on findings.
• Experience learning new systems quickly; familiarity with Coupa is preferred.
• Strong initiative, resourcefulness, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced team environment.
• Capable of collaborating effectively with others while also managing assigned work independently.
• Background supporting contract negotiations or contract-related procurement activities is a plus.

Compensation

$25.34-$29.34 Hourly

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