Affiliated Distributors (AD) · 6 days ago
Procurement Specialist, Professional Services
Wayne, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expAffiliated Distributors (AD) is a company focused on supporting its members' organizational and operational growth through strategic relationships with service providers. The Procurement Specialist will manage the vetting, recruitment, and account management of service providers, ensuring compliance and fostering strong partnerships.
Wholesale
Responsibilities
Execute purchasing activities across indirect service categories (e.g., Human Resources, IT, Marketing, Logistics)
Support end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including supplier identification, RFP development, quotation analysis, and proposal evaluation
Assist in negotiations to achieve favorable pricing, contractual terms, and service-level agreements
Facilitate onboarding and integration of new service provider partners
Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities and supplier contracts
Cross departmental collaboration with Member Engagement Teams to drive utilization of Service Provider Partners
Contribute to the management of strategic service providers to drive value and performance
Administer relationships with operational service providers to ensure service continuity
Qualification
Required
Experience in indirect sourcing categories such as IT, marketing, facilities, or professional services
Exposure to negotiation and contract management
Motivated and self-starting
Strong problem-solving skills
Proven track record in project management and delivering measurable results
Must be able to communicate effectively and in a constructive manner with management, peers, and coworkers
Experience with cross-departmental collaboration and cross-functional teams
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office and CRM Software
Passionate about enabling the service provider community and AD Member Programs for success with the right education, promotional materials, and messaging
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
1–2 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain (indirect sourcing preferred)
Basic knowledge of procurement practices, service provider management, and contract terms
Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with members, services providers, and divisional teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Work and PowerPoint
Travel up to 20% for AD Meetings, industry events and AD Member offices required to promote program and engage participants and prospects
Preferred
Public speaking and presentation experience preferred
1–2 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain (indirect sourcing preferred)
Company
Affiliated Distributors (AD)
AD is a member-owned organization, passionate about bringing growth-oriented independent distributors and best-in-class supplier partners together with the purpose to outperform the market and to stay ahead of the competition.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bill Weisberg
CHM & CEO
Recent News
Digital Commerce 360
2025-09-04
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