Procurement Specialist jobs in United States
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Podium · 6 hours ago

Procurement Specialist

Podium is an innovative company that brings AI Employees to local businesses, enhancing their revenue through effective lead conversion. The Procurement Specialist will support day-to-day procurement operations, manage purchase intake, and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure efficient purchasing processes.

CollaborationConsumer ReviewsMessagingSaaSSoftware

Responsibilities

Support low-to-mid value SaaS, services, and operational spend, with exposure to higher-value negotiations over time
Support contract review, negotiation, and execution in partnership with Procurement, Legal, and Finance
Manage purchase intake and guide stakeholders through procurement processes, including requisitions, approvals, RFPs/RFQs, and contract documentation
Maintain accurate vendor, contract, and renewal data across procurement systems (e.g., intake-to-pay, ERP, SaaS management tools)
Support administration and optimization of procurement tools and processes, ensuring consistency and data quality
Partner with stakeholders to ensure purchases align with approved budgets and company policies
Monitor supplier performance and assist with vendor reviews and service-level compliance
Support cost-savings initiatives, process improvements, and sourcing projects as directed

Qualification

ProcurementContract negotiationVendor managementERP systemsAnalytical skillsCross-functional collaborationCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
1–3 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, finance, vendor management, or a related operational role
Ability to support contract review and negotiations for software, professional services, and business support spend
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to work with spend, contract, and vendor data
Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, IT, and business stakeholders
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple requests and priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Comfort operating in a high-touch, in-person stakeholder environment

Preferred

Exposure to software/SaaS, professional services, or technology-driven environments preferred
Experience using procurement or finance systems such as ERP, procure-to-pay, intake-to-pay, or SaaS management tools (NetSuite, Zip, Brex, or similar preferred)

Benefits

Open and transparent culture
Life insurance, long and short-term disability coverage
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Fertility Benefits
Generous vacation time, plus three 4-day summer holiday weekends
Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
401k Plan with competitive company matching
Bi-annual swag drops with Podium gear and apparel
A stellar HQ (Utah) gym with local professional coaches and classes offered
Onsite HQ (Utah) child care center, subsidized for employees

Company

Podium is a customer communication platform for businesses who interact with customers on a local level.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$422.65M
Key Investors
Y Combinator Continuity FundIVPAlbum VC
2022-10-31Series Unknown
2021-11-15Series D· $201M
2020-04-07Series C· $125M

Leadership Team

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Eric Rea
Co-founder & CEO
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Dennis Steele
Co-Founder
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