Procurement Specialist

Synergy Associates is seeking an experienced, highly organized, and results-driven Procurement Specialist to support the company’s technology hardware procurement and supply chain operations.

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing IT hardware and related products, developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships, negotiating competitive pricing and terms, managing purchase orders, and helping ensure products are available to meet customer and business requirements.

This position requires strong knowledge of procurement practices, excellent negotiation and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced technology distribution environment. The Procurement Specialist will work closely with Sales, Operations, Accounting, and company leadership to balance product availability, cost, inventory levels, supplier performance, and customer requirements.

Synergy Associates is seeking an experienced, highly organized, and results-driven Procurement Specialist to support the company’s technology hardware procurement and supply chain operations.

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing IT hardware and related products, developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships, negotiating competitive pricing and terms, managing purchase orders, and helping ensure products are available to meet customer and business requirements.

This position requires strong knowledge of procurement practices, excellent negotiation and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced technology distribution environment. The Procurement Specialist will work closely with Sales, Operations, Accounting, and company leadership to balance product availability, cost, inventory levels, supplier performance, and customer requirements.

• Assist in procurement of IT hardware, components, systems, and related products based on customer demand, sales opportunities, inventory requirements, and company objectives.
• Source products from approved manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, and other authorized supply channels.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations based on price, availability, lead time, product condition, warranty, payment terms, freight, and other relevant factors.
• Negotiate pricing, purchasing terms, freight arrangements, and other commercial terms to improve company margins and purchasing performance.
• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor open purchase orders and work with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
• Identify and resolve purchasing issues, including product shortages, shipment delays, pricing discrepancies, incorrect products, and supplier performance concerns.
• Coordinate expedited purchases when necessary to meet customer or operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and supporting documentation.

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, and other business partners.
• Identify and evaluate new suppliers and potential sources of supply.
• Monitor supplier pricing, availability, reliability, lead times, service levels, and overall performance.
• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing, payment terms, shipping terms, and purchasing conditions.
• Work proactively with suppliers to identify product availability and purchasing opportunities.
• Escalate significant supplier or procurement issues to management when appropriate.

• Maintain a strong working knowledge of enterprise IT hardware and related technology products.
• Understand manufacturer part numbers, product configurations, compatibility requirements, warranties, and product lifecycle considerations.
• Assist Sales and Operations with product availability, sourcing options, lead times, substitutions, and alternative product recommendations.
• Research products and specifications to help ensure that purchased products meet customer requirements.
• Monitor manufacturer…