Linda Werner & Associates, Inc · 1 day ago
Procurement Specialist
United States
Contract
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$40/hr - $50/hr
2+ years expLinda Werner & Associates, Inc is a research-driven organization seeking a highly organized Technical Procurement Operations Specialist to enhance vendor procurement operations. The role involves supporting procurement processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing operational efficiency through data tracking and reporting.
Education
Responsibilities
Support and scale vendor procurement operations by developing reusable frameworks for global data tracking, reporting, and service utilization
Lead procurement-related projects to drive process optimization, operational efficiency, and scalable solutions
Maintain oversight of procurement queues, monitor team workflows, and ensure timely execution across all operational touchpoints
Provide guidance to internal teams and UX Researchers on procurement best practices, workflows, and troubleshooting
Partner with the Procurement Program Manager to ensure dashboards, trackers, and operational tools remain accurate, up-to-date, and actionable
Collaborate on cross-team initiatives and contribute to multi-team workstreams that enhance operational excellence
Prepare recurring leadership reports and presentations (weekly, monthly, quarterly), highlighting key metrics and insights to inform strategic decision-making
Maintain and update vendor resources, including SOPs, documentation, team wikis, and toolkits, ensuring research teams have access to current and reliable information
Contribute to the development of innovative processes, frameworks, and dashboards to improve visibility, efficiency, and decision support
Communicate team processes clearly and triage incoming inquiries to support UX Research teams and cross-functional partners
Ensure consistent, high-quality communication with engineers, legal teams, external partners, and other stakeholders
Qualification
Required
2+ years of project management experience
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with peers, cross‑functional stakeholders, and senior leadership
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
Strong attention to detail with a track record of operating independently and producing highly organized work
Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and identify efficient solutions
Proficiency in G Suite and data analysis
Experience gathering stakeholder requirements and translating them into actionable solutions
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including technical and non‑technical stakeholders
Preferred
Experience with data analysis and analytics tools
Background in procurement or vendor operations
Experience working in early‑stage or rapidly evolving environments with high ambiguity
Familiarity with UX Research, operational risk, compliance, or vendor procurement workflows
Experience using AI tools to streamline workflows, optimize processes, or enhance operational efficiency
Proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Salesforce)
Company
Linda Werner & Associates, Inc
Linda Werner & Associates is a writing and editing company offering placement services for writers and editors.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase