Procurement Specialist

Acoufelt specializes in delivering high-quality soft architectural acoustics solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. We work with contractors, ceiling sub-contractors, designers, and architects to provide products that enhance and transform interior work spaces. Our portfolio includes a range of premium soft architectural materials and products designed for commercial projects.

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for supporting procurement operations, supplier management, and inventory control while ensuring accurate data alignment and system optimization. This role focuses on sourcing, supplier performance, pricing control, and procurement planning, with an emphasis on continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

• Manage setup and maintenance of new raw materials and related datasets
• Align and maintain accuracy of existing part and procurement data
• Support system alignment and continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform inventory analysis and support inventory control activities
• Assist with procurement planning and execution of purchasing processes
• Conduct supplier capacity reviews, scorecards, and risk assessments
• Monitor, control, and optimize pricing

• Supplier sourcing and evaluation
• Cost analysis and price benchmarking
• Negotiation of pricing, terms, MOQs, and lead times
• Contract review and management
• Purchase order creation and management
• Spend analysis
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis

• Strong Excel and spreadsheet skills, including pivot tables and lookups
• Budget tracking and cost control
• Basic forecasting and demand planning
• Understanding of pricing structures such as volume breaks, rebates, and freight impacts
• High level of data accuracy and attention to detail

• Lead time management
• MRP and ERP system experience
• Understanding of logistics and freight
• Risk management and supplier redundancy planning
• Basic understanding of quality requirements and compliance

• Clear written communication, including emails, RFQs, and contracts
• Verbal negotiation and persuasion skills
• Cross-functional collaboration

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Net Suite, Goldfinch, Oracle, or similar
• Familiarity with basic contract management systems
  
  Document control and record keeping

• Basic understanding of contract law
• Knowledge of Incoterms
• Basic import and compliance knowledge
• Adherence to procurement policies
• Ethical sourcing awareness

• Detail-oriented and organized
• Deadline-driven
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Commercial and business-oriented mindset

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Economics, or Engineering preferred
• High school diploma required
• Opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and growing company.
• Health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.