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Senior Procurement Specialist
Job in
Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, 60122, USA
Listed on 2026-07-20
Listing for:
Jobtailor
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-20
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Responsibilities
- Plan and organize activities related to assigned spend categories.
- Prepare and review contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements to ensure legal compliance and pricing accuracy.
- Oversee the end-to-end procurement process from purchase intent through delivery.
- Negotiate complex agreements for materials and services to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Manage surplus materials, including coordinating buy-back opportunities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
- Identify, recruit, and manage suppliers that deliver high-quality products and services.
- Review and resolve vendor claims and contract issues.
- Champion change management initiatives to integrate demand-driven principles across Procurement.
- Bachelor’s degree required; coursework or certification in supply chain management preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or sales roles.
- Strong verbal and written communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience leveraging vendor relationships to achieve meaningful cost savings through strategic initiatives.
- Project management experience with a demonstrated track record of delivering results.
- Proven experience developing strategies and leading them through implementation.
- Understanding of economic principles and technical considerations.
- Negotiation and contract development experience.
- Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
- Customer-focused approach with flexibility to support changing business needs.
- Continuous learning mindset with a proactive approach to professional growth.
- Willingness to travel up to 25%.
- Bachelor's degree
- supply chain management certification
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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