Procurement Specialist

Position Summary

A Procurement Specialist acquires equipment and supplies on behalf of the company. This position locates key suppliers, assists in purchase agreement negotiations, and makes sure the equipment and supplies meet the company’s specifications. This is an entry level role and KBS will provide training.

This is a 100% remote opportunity for someone in the Central or Mountain time zone

 Duties and Responsibilities

• Researches and finds vendors
• Assists in the evaluation and negotiation process for contracts with vendors
• Establishes new accounts with vendors to ensure a successful relationship
• Ensures vendor’s product(s) meet company criteria and specifications
• Sets up user access, budgets and workflow with vendor
• Purchases both equipment and supplies that meet the company’s quantity and quality expectations
• Follows up on orders for timely delivery
• Works with vendors to ensure future orders of commodities are stocked in the vendor’s warehouse
• Tracks inventory and restocks supplies as needed
• Monitors vendor performance
• Builds relationship with vendors to secure the best prices
• Compares supplies and equipment with industry trends to determine appropriate pricing
• Integrate the affiliated companies into our vendor systems

  Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• General math competency and concepts
• Basic analysis of report data
• Computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and related software
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
• Functions independently, as well as part of a team
• Ability to understand, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions
• Attention to detail with high level of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task and manage a variety of variables without losing track in an effective manner
• Problem-solving

Job Experience Requirements

• 2 or more years’ of experience in procurement or a similar role
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel (opening spreadsheet, VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables

Education

• Associate Degree or commensurate experience

 KBS considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, and expression, marital or military status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. KBS also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

The base hourly pay range above represents the minimum and maximum of the pay range for this position. Actual placement within this range will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, and geographic location. Hourly rates may vary based upon state/local minimum wage restrictions. Final hourly rate of pay will be discussed and determined during the hiring process. Hourly employees will be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable law and KBS policy. 

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2+ years procurement or similar experience; intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables); associate degree or commensurate experience; computer proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to work independently and in a team.

Key Responsibilities

• researching vendors
• negotiating contracts
• purchasing supplies

Skills & Tools

Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel

Job Details

• Category: Supply Chain / Logistics / Procurement
• Seniority: Entry Level
• Commitment: Full Time
• Workplace: Remote — United States
• Languages: English

About KBS

A company that acquires equipment and supplies, manages vendor relationships, and ensures products meet specifications. — Industry: Retail and Wholesale