Procurement Specialist, Buyer

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

Procurement Specialist responsible for managing procurement requirements and supplier relationships in a logistics company. Ensuring continuity and quality of goods and services for clients' needs.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeMesa • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $56,000 - $76,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Procurement Management, including vendor negotiations, supplier relationship management, and inventory control. Proficient in data analysis and reporting, with strong communication and problem-solving skills to support business operations.

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Procurement ManagementVendor NegotiationSupplier Relationship ManagementPurchasing & Inventory ControlData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Purchasing MethodsInventory Control PrinciplesSourcing SkillsNegotiation SkillsBid AnalysisExcel ProficiencyERP SystemsCost Reduction StrategiesQuote PreparationSupplier Scorecard Program

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCustomer ServiceInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteERP System

Industry Keywords

Supplier ManagementVendor RelationsSupply Chain ManagementMaterial Issues ResolutionBusiness Process Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for managing all procurement requirements for assigned Suppliers
Perform difficult and complex technical duties related to the procurement of equipment, parts, and services
Prepare and analyze quotes and negotiate pricing options
Works with Site Leadership in developing a strong understanding of client business and associated needs
Utilize negotiations for best practice to reduce costs, lead times and quality for existing materials
Plans quoting strategies for targeting new vendors and expansion of current vendor’s volume
Manages supplier relationships to ensure continuity of goods and services that meet the quality, service and price performance standards of the company
Quarterly review of assigned Suppliers’ performance utilizing the Supplier Scorecard Program
Quarterly meetings with key vendors to discuss scorecards and future business direction
Maintains supplier database information including supplier set-up and updates as required
Following internal procedures, communicates any material problems and researches solutions to prevent supply issues
Manage the day-to-day business relationship with key suppliers
Negotiates with vendor for quote pricing and lead times
Submits orders to selected vendor
Expedites to ensure adherence to inventory guidelines
Communicates the demand/ volume/ delivery time changes to Inventory Planning staff
Resolve all material issues
Follows up on backorders
Initiates bid/quote process for new business
Searches new vendor opportunities via internet, sourcing sites, and catalogs
Performs bid analysis comparison to determine which vendors are awarded the business
Works closely with Finance to expedite receiving and AP processes
Runs reports and exports to excel from ERP system
Reviews and analyzes data and responds accordingly

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and industry work experience
Three (3) years of Industry experience in a direct or cross functional capacity
Broad and thorough knowledge of Purchasing & Inventory Control methods, principles and practices
Effective oral & written communications skills
Strong customer service, vendor relations and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, energetic, and able to perform with minimal supervision
Excellent problem solving skills
Ability to work in a dynamic team environment
Accuracy and attention to detail
Very good sourcing & negotiation skills
Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks and projects
Strong analytical skills with focus on critical thinking and business process management
Intermediate level in Microsoft Office Suite with demonstrated proficiency in Excel (Able to work with pivot tables, use lookup formulas, etc.)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off