Project Procurement Specialists

aquesst • Atlanta, GA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our client in the Perimeter area is seeking a Project Procurement Leader to join their team. This is direct hire opportunity and hybrid. Manage all direct material procurement for new business initiatives and customer service projects throughout the Americas. Establish and develop the project supply base in partnership with Category Leaders, Global Purchasing, regional project teams, and Product Centers. Lead supplier interactions from RFQ issuance through final pricing negotiations and contract award. Enforce standard purchasing terms and conditions while ensuring supplier adherence to contractual requirements. Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate contracts, scopes of work, and commercial agreements. Assess supplier performance after project completion, including evaluations, reviews, and audits. Drive cost-saving initiatives for third-party materials while maintaining quality standards and delivery schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree with good technical knowledge.
• 2-3 years of experience in operational and strategic procurement, sourcing, supplier management and procurement processes within industrial automation, manufacturing or comparable industries.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage complex supplier relationships.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across global teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Ability to prioritize and adjust to changing demands and situations.
• Good and proven knowledge of MS365 Office Suite, SAP R3 MM (Material Management) with focus on procurement transactions
• Working experience in an international company with multiple sites
• Work experience in project business comparable to projects

Responsibilities

• Manage all direct material procurement for new business initiatives and customer service projects throughout the Americas.
• Establish and develop the project supply base in partnership with Category Leaders, Global Purchasing, regional project teams, and Product Centers.
• Lead supplier interactions from RFQ issuance through final pricing negotiations and contract award.
• Enforce standard purchasing terms and conditions while ensuring supplier adherence to contractual requirements.
• Prepare, evaluate, and negotiate contracts, scopes of work, and commercial agreements.
• Assess supplier performance after project completion, including evaluations, reviews, and audits.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives for third-party materials while maintaining quality standards and delivery schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level