What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist position at Ascendo Resources?
Procurement Specialist
Position Overview
This role supports a newly formed Procurement function that works closely with Accounts Payable as part of an integrated procure-to-pay process. The AP/Procurement Specialist is responsible for creating and managing purchase orders, supporting invoice processing, and ensuring smooth coordination between procurement, vendors, and finance. This is a fast-evolving environment requiring flexibility, adaptability, and comfort with limited structure.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the full procure-to-pay cycle from purchase order creation through invoice payment
- Create, review, and manage purchase orders in alignment with procurement requests and approvals
- Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies
- Monitor open purchase orders and ensure timely updates, closures, and reconciliations
- Maintain accurate vendor records and assist with vendor onboarding or updates as needed
- Process invoices and support Accounts Payable functions in a shared services environment
- Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues or expedite requests
- Assist with payment runs and ensure compliance with procurement and financial policies
- Support a newly established team structure and adapt to evolving processes and priorities