What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement & Vendor Management Specialist position at QE Solar?
Description
The Procurement & Vendor Management Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process, from P2P (procure to pay) through to vendor relationships, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and operational excellence. This role combines strategic sourcing, vendor onboarding, and performance management with process optimization across multiple business units.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Operations
Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000 Per Year
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Scottsdale, AZ, USA
Statement To All Third-Party Agencies And Similar Organizations
QE Solar accepts resumes only from contracted recruiting agencies with formal service agreements. Please do not send unsolicited resumes or outreach emails to our QE Solar employees, hiring managers, or team members without expressed consent or contract for services. QE Solar is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes or services.
The Procurement & Vendor Management Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process, from P2P (procure to pay) through to vendor relationships, ensuring cost efficiency, compliance, and operational excellence. This role combines strategic sourcing, vendor onboarding, and performance management with process optimization across multiple business units.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Operations
- Manage requisition-to-purchase order (PO) process for goods and services.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings.
- Monitor purchasing trends and provide cost analysis reports to management.
- Ensure alignment of procurement activities with project timelines and budgets.
- Implement process improvements for procure-to-pay workflows.
- Oversee vendor onboarding, certification, and compliance documentation.
- Maintain vendor records in systems such as ISNetworld or equivalent platforms.
- Monitor vendor performance and address issues proactively.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure vendor services meet operational needs.
- Track expiration of insurance and safety documentation and follow up as needed.
- Work closely with Accounting, Operations, and Project Management teams to ensure seamless integration of procurement and vendor processes.
- Support audits and reporting requirements related to vendor compliance and procurement activities.
- 3 years of experience in Supply Chain or related roles.
- Strong understanding of procuring parts and managing vendors.
- Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and Excel/Google Sheets.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Scottsdale, AZ : Relocate before starting work (Required)
Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000 Per Year
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Scottsdale, AZ, USA
Statement To All Third-Party Agencies And Similar Organizations
QE Solar accepts resumes only from contracted recruiting agencies with formal service agreements. Please do not send unsolicited resumes or outreach emails to our QE Solar employees, hiring managers, or team members without expressed consent or contract for services. QE Solar is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes or services.
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000