Procurement Specialist

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will help coordinate the timely acquisition of materials and services, maintain strong supplier communication, and ensure purchasing activity aligns with internal expectations and budget guidelines. This opportunity is well suited for an organized individual who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment while partnering effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:
• Source materials, products, and services from authorized suppliers while supporting day-to-day purchasing needs.
• Create, verify, and process purchase orders accurately to ensure efficient procurement workflows.
• Work directly with vendors to confirm pricing, product availability, and expected delivery timelines.
• Monitor open orders and follow through on late shipments to help keep operations on schedule.
• Maintain organized procurement documentation and keep supplier records current and accurate.
• Partner with internal teams to understand demand, support replenishment planning, and help monitor inventory levels.
• Review purchasing activity for adherence to company procedures and approved spending limits.
• Address order discrepancies, delivery concerns, and supplier-related issues in a timely and effective manner.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support within a fast-paced business setting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

• Working knowledge of purchase orders, buying processes, procurement functions, and purchasing materials.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build effective supplier relationships.

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency with procurement systems such as ShipServ, ShipNet, Oracle, or comparable software platforms.

• Familiarity with international sourcing, logistics, or maritime-related products and terminology is a plus.

Compensation

$19.79-$24.88 Hourly

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