What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist - Atlanta, GA(Hybrid) position at A-1 Consulting Inc, Atlanta, GA?
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We have a Procurement Specialist role with one of our clients. Please go through the job description below and let me know your interest.
Position: Procurement Specialist
Location: Atlanta, GA
Hybrid: 3 days onsite per week
Duration: Long-term
Please go through the job duties below:
1. Sourcing & Vendor Management
Identify and evaluate suppliers/vendors
Request and analyse RFQs, RFPs, and bids
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms
Build and maintain supplier relationships
Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost)
2. Cost Control & Negotiation
Negotiate the best possible pricing and terms
Conduct cost analysis and market benchmarking
Identify cost-saving opportunities
Support budget planning
3. Purchase Order & Contract Administration
Create and issue purchase orders (POs)
Ensure contracts comply with company policy
Track orders from placement to delivery
Resolve discrepancies (pricing, delivery delays, quality issues)
4. Inventory & Demand Coordination
Work with operations, finance, and warehouse teams
Forecast purchasing needs
Maintain optimal inventory levels
Avoid shortages or overstock situations
5. Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure suppliers meet legal and regulatory standards
Manage risk (supply chain disruptions, price volatility)
Maintain procurement documentation and audit trails
6. Reporting & Analytics
Track procurement KPIs (cost savings, on-time delivery, supplier performance)
Prepare reports for leadership
Analyse spend data
Skills Typically Required
Negotiation skills
Cost analysis
Contract knowledge
ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.)
Excel & data analysis
Communication & stakeholder management