Procurement Specialist

Role Overview

This is a direct-hire procurement opportunity based in Boston, MA, with a hybrid schedule requiring onsite presence three days per week. Candidates must already be local to the area. The compensation range is $48,000 to $61,000+ annually, depending on experience, and the package also includes competitive bonuses and benefits.

About the Position

The organization is looking for a detail-focused Procurement Specialist to help source goods and services while driving strong value for the business. In this role, you will work closely with internal teams to handle purchasing requests, evaluate suppliers, support price and term discussions, and keep procurement workflows running smoothly. Success in this position calls for strong organization, analytical thinking, customer focus, and the ability to juggle several priorities in a busy environment.

What You’ll Do

• Check incoming purchase requests to confirm they are complete and properly approved before creating and sending purchase orders to vendors.
• Work with internal departments to clarify buying needs, source suitable suppliers, gather quotes, and compare pricing options.
• Support supplier discussions around pricing and contract terms.
• Spot procurement issues and coordinate with vendors to close them out quickly.
• Help manage day-to-day purchasing activities and internal procurement programs.
• Contribute to special assignments and process improvement efforts when needed.
• Train users and provide support for procurement and eProcurement tools.

What We’re Looking For

• 0 to 2+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, operations, or a similar field.
• Strong ability in analysis, organization, and solving problems, with very high attention to detail.
• Comfort handling a large workload and shifting between multiple priorities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer-service mindset and the ability to work effectively with different teams.
• Self-directed approach, curiosity, and the ability to work with minimal oversight.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and SharePoint.

Preferred Background

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent hands-on experience is preferred. Prior exposure to eProcurement or ERP platforms such as PeopleSoft would be an advantage.

Additional Information

This is a professional-level role with room to grow. You’ll be part of a collaborative team and gain visibility into cross-functional business operations.