Job Details

The Fountain Group is a national staffing firm and we are currently seeking a Procurement Specialist for a prominent client of ours. This position is in North Chicago, IL 60064. Details for the position are as follows:

Job Title: Procurement (Purchasing) Specialist

Location: North Chicago, IL
Pay Rate: $39-$41/hour
Schedule: Hybrid - Onsite Tuesday-Thursday | Remote Monday & Friday
Hours: Monday-Friday, 1st shift

Key Responsibilities

• Understand and enforce approved buying channels and contracting policies for goods and services; guide internal stakeholders to appropriate procurement pathways
• Provide administrative and operational support for procurement projects and supplier management, including:
  
  • Contract review, redlining, and execution
  • Bid summary justifications
  • Spend, cost, and data analysis
• Support and enforce Category Team strategies, including preferred supplier networks and category initiatives
• Review and negotiate Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and other indirect procurement contracts within authorized financial thresholds
• Manage standard Procure-to-Pay intake contract requests in alignment with established service level metrics
• Assist with process improvement and efficiency initiatives to enhance customer experience within procurement operations
• Maintain the highest ethical standards while ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable laws
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders across multiple business units

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent relevant work experience)
• 5+ years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably in indirect procurement (facilities or real estate services procurement)
• Hands-on experience with vendor negotiations and contract management
• Strong understanding of indirect procurement contracts, including MSAs and SOWs
• Strong analytical and financial skills, including cost analysis and savings identification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
  
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