Procurement Specialist (P1)

Title: Procurement Specialist (P1) - Transactional Procurement

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Portland, OR | Hybrid – 3x/week at WTC, 2x/week remote

Job Description

• The Associate Procurement Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining efficient procurement operations.
  
• This position is responsible for transactional procurement activities, including managing purchase requisitions and supporting low risk sourcing efforts.
  
• The role ensures timely and accurate processing of routine procurement tasks, enabling Category Buyers and Category Managers to focus on higher value tactical and strategic activities.
  
• This position supports the smooth flow of procurement work, ensures compliance with established processes, and contributes to a reliable source to pay cycle.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Requisition & Purchase Order Processing
  
• Process all purchase requisitions (POs & COs) in compliance with PGE’s procurement policies.
  
• Validate purchase requests and ensure accuracy of documentation.
  
• Conduct basic purchasing support activities.
  
• Low-Risk Sourcing
  
• Develop RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs for assigned simple sourcing events.
  
• Determine appropriate procurement method and negotiate pricing for routine buys.
  
• Apply basic knowledge of sourcing principles to help identify process improvements and cost saving opportunities.
  
• Contract Management
  
• Help draft and execute contracts based on established procurement frameworks.
  
• Apply contract extensions and escalate issues when required.
  
• Prepare formal notices and maintain supplier performance reports.
  

Administrative & Workflow Support

• Manage procurement-related tickets (e.g., ServiceNow) and triage requests.
  
• Compliance & Coordination
  
• Ensure adherence to procurement standards and regulatory requirements.
  
• Collaborate with Category Buyers and Category Managers for smooth handoffs and timely execution.
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, or related field; or equivalent experience.
  
• 1–2 years in supply chain, procurement, category management, or related fields
  
• Familiarity with ERP/Procurement systems and procurement processes preferred.
  
• Skills & Competencies
  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  
• Working knowledge of procurement methods, standards, and procedures.
  
• Basic contract negotiation skills.
  
• Understanding of market conditions relevant to evaluating supplier bids and performance.
  
• Basic sourcing strategy formulation.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/Procurement tools.
  
• Basic analytical, decision-making, and communication skills.
  
• Working interpersonal, organization, and prioritization skills.
  
• Ability to meet deadlines, follow accuracy standards, and collaborate effectively.
  
• Ability to respond to change, accept feedback, and apply learnings.