Procurement Specialist I – Consultant – Ariba Implementation & Indirect Procurement Support
The Computer Merchant, LTD.
West Greenwich, RI
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$55 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Temporary, Contractor, Full-time
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Ariba, Change Management, Communication Skills, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Document Change Management, Document Tracking, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Maintain Compliance, Onboarding, Operational Support, Performance Analysis, Peripheral Hardware, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Development, Procure to Pay/Purchase to Pay (P2P), Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Time Management, User Documentation, Validation Documentation, Validation Testing, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills
LOCATION
West Greenwich, RI
POSTED
19 days ago
JOB LOCATION: West Greenwich, RI (Hybrid: 50% onsite, 50% remote)
WAGE RANGE*: $50-55/hr.
JOB NUMBER: LotteryPRO1
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Procurement Specialist I provides operational and administrative support to internal procurement activities, supplier onboarding, and the Ariba Procure‐to‐Pay (P2P) platform. This role focuses on execution, data accuracy, user support, and process adherence while gaining hands-on experience in procurement systems, supplier management, and change initiatives under guidance from senior procurement team members.
Key Responsibilities
Supplier & Vendor Support
- Assist with supplier onboarding activities, including data collection, documentation tracking, and Approvals.
- Support supplier master data maintenance to ensure accuracy and completeness in procurement systems
- Serve as an initial point of contact for routine vendor onboarding inquiries, escalating issues as appropriate
- Assist with supplier compliance checks and documentation updates under established procedures
- Support supplier performance tracking and issue resolution with guidance from senior team members
Ariba P2P Platform Support
- Provide day-to-day user support for the Ariba Procure‐to‐Pay (P2P) platform
- Assist with supplier enablement activities, including onboarding guidance and basic troubleshooting
- Support testing, validation, and documentation efforts related to system updates or enhancements
- Help ensure consistent use of procurement systems in alignment with defined processes and controls
Procurement Operations Support
- Serve as a key support resource for internal procurement operations activities
- Assist internal stakeholders with purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and system navigation
- Support issue tracking and resolution by gathering information and escalating complex matters
- Help reinforce standard procurement processes and policies across the organization
- Assist with purchases related to small IT peripherals and indirect commodities for employees
Change Management & Process Documentation
- Assist with internal change management initiatives related to procurement tools and processes
- Support development and maintenance of documentation, SOPs, user guides, and job aids
- Help prepare training materials and support procurement training sessions as needed
- Update process documentation to reflect approved changes and system updates
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or administrative support roles
- Familiarity with procurement systems or ERP platforms (Ariba exposure preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established processes
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
- Knowledge of IT and indirect commodity categories to support daily procurement needs
Technical Skills
- Working knowledge of ERP systems and introductory experience with the Ariba platform
- Ability to accurately manage and maintain sensitive procurement and supplier data
- Basic understanding of procurement compliance requirements and internal controls
- Exposure to procurement operations supporting multiple regions, including U.S. and Europe, is a plus
Key Competencies
- Process adherence and attention to detail
- Customer service mindset for internal stakeholders
- Willingness to learn procurement systems and processes
- Collaboration and responsiveness
- Organizational and time‐management skills
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
* While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.
About the Company
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The Computer Merchant, LTD.
About TCM
If you would like to…
- Develop your skills
- Improve your earnings potential
- Gain greater control over your career
The Computer Merchant, Ltd. (TCM) has provided Information Technology Solutions and enterprise staffing services to Fortune 1000, mid to small sized corporations, as well as Federal, state, and local governments for over 30 years.
At The Computer Merchant (TCM), we are committed to your professional and financial success. We'll evaluate your background, experience and qualifications, and then recommend contract jobs that are the best match for your goals.
Fast Facts & Recognition:
- 41 year track record of success deploying over 63,000 consultants and core employees in critical positions for Fortune 1000 companies
- Access to over 11 million unique consultants nationwide
- Centralized and dedicated client delivery team
- Supplier Diversity Certification as a Veteran Business Enterprise
COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1980
WEBSITE
http://itstaffing.com/