Procurement Specialist

At GrayMatter, we transform operations and empower people. Our technology and consulting services help manufacturers, water utilities and energy companies digitize operations, eliminate cybersecurity threats and harness analytics to accelerate production.

And that’s where you come in.

GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Five core values woven into our DNA make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork.

We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to add to our Services Delivery team. The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for supporting GrayMatter's procurement activities, ensuring timely, efficient, and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. This role involves supporting supplier relationships, participating in price negotiations, and ensuring compliance with GrayMatter’s policies and procurement procedures.

General Job Duties

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, participate in supplier pricing negotiation, and support the establishment of strong supplier relationships as required.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance, ensuring timely delivery and quality of goods/services.
• Process purchase requisitions, prepare purchase orders, administer other procurement documents, and seek opportunities for cost savings via purchasing activities.
• Collaborate with the Commercial Offer Group to support proposal phase sourcing needs.
• Collaborate with the Services Delivery organization to understand their procurement needs and efficiently purchase required products.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, as well as follow all GrayMatter procurement SOPs.
• Analyze procurement data and document savings produced through order fulfillment and strategic sourcing activities.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Experience Needed

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field; or 2-5 years proven experience as a Procurement Specialist or similar role.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in the use of procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of procurement and sourcing best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Showcase GrayMatter’s Core Values of Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork.
  
  

Featured Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment
• Employer paid short term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave
• Additional benefits available such as long-term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA