
Procurement Specialist
Nebius Group
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for multiple procurement projects at one time.
- Formulates requests for proposal/quotations/information, bid analysis, tenders, and risk evaluations. Coordinates preparation of RFP and SoW.
- Administers and leads cross-functional teams through the competitive bidding process, directs supplier negotiations, develops, evaluates, and selects suppliers in accordance with company policies.
- Strategically source services and goods using a variety of methods to ensure an uninterrupted supply.
- Evaluates and selects suppliers based on their ability to provide the goods/services and at costs consistent budgetary expectations.
- Responsible for negotiation of contracts to minimize operational, legal, and financial risks. Collaborates with both internal and external legal counsel, as applicable.
- Analyzes trends and makes corresponding sourcing decisions.
- Participates in meetings with suppliers to rectify issues and to ensure suppliers are capable of meeting and are aware of the requirements and expectations.
- Perform work according to department KPI goals and other duties as may be assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Economics, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional procurement experience, with mandatory expertise in Marketing and PR, HR services, professional services, and a strong understanding of the associated service categories.
- Proven expertise in procurement processes, negotiation skills, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
- Solid knowledge of business and third-party services purchasing, with a strong commercial focus on project-based contracts and service requirements.
- Experience working in a high-performance, complex organizational environment with multiple systems and stakeholders, including compliance, safety, quality, and environmental management.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information to diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Self-motivated professional with excellent planning, project management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
- Strong computer proficiency, including advanced use of Excel and the full Microsoft Office suite.
- Familiarity with the ZIP procurement system is preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth within Nebius.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values initiative and innovation.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
procurement processesnegotiation skillsvendor managementcontract negotiationsourcing decisionsrisk evaluationsbid analysisproject-based contractsservice requirementsKPI goals
Soft Skills
communication skillscollaborationplanningproject managementprioritizationorganizational skillsself-motivatedability to convey informationproblem-solvingstakeholder management