This role is responsible for independently managing a portfolio of tactical, non-critical suppliers , while partnering closely with Sourcing Leads on more complex or critical supplier activities. We are seeking a Tactical Buyer / Procurement Specialist to support day-to-day procurement, supplier management, sourcing, and operational excellence activities.

Tactical Buyer / Procurement Specialist

Position Summary

We are seeking a Tactical Buyer / Procurement Specialist to support day-to-day procurement, supplier management, sourcing, and operational excellence activities. This role is responsible for independently managing a portfolio of tactical, non-critical suppliers, while partnering closely with Sourcing Leads on more complex or critical supplier activities.

The ideal candidate is a proactive procurement professional who understands the requisition-to-pay process, supplier relationships, contracts, sourcing activities, invoicing, cost analysis, and supplier performance. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of supplier relationships while contributing to New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement

• Proactively manage the requisition-to-pay process, including identifying and resolving exceptions.
• Maintain accurate supplier and procurement master data.
• Support process standardization and ensure procurement activities are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Review supplier invoices, investigate discrepancies, and identify appropriate resolutions.

Supplier Management

• Independently manage assigned tactical, non-critical suppliers and maintain strong operational and tactical relationships.
• Monitor supplier status, performance, and short-term results.
• Support critical supplier activities under the guidance of Sourcing Leads.
• Transition commodities from single-sourcing toward appropriate single- and dual-sourcing strategies.
• Partner with Sourcing Leads to manage supplier activities related to New Product Introduction (NPI).

Contract Management

• Initiate and negotiate single-event contracts with non-critical suppliers.
• Work with Sourcing Leads for guidance on contract terms, negotiations, and more complex supplier agreements.
• Ensure agreements support business requirements and procurement objectives.

Supplier Performance

• Monitor supplier performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Drive ad hoc corrective and improvement actions to enhance supplier KPIs.
• Support supplier reporting and performance tracking.

Sourcing

• Support market investigations and sourcing initiatives.
• Assist with RFQs, tenders, supplier evaluations, and sourcing events.
• Execute supplier and category strategies under the supervision of Sourcing Leads.
• Support sourcing activities for tactical supplier categories.

Cost Accounting & Analysis

• Analyze supplier costs, pricing, and related financial information.
• Develop and execute action plans to address cost opportunities for non-critical accounts.
• Work with Sourcing Leads when additional guidance is required.

Operational Excellence

• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, supplier performance, and departmental efficiency.
• Independently implement process improvements within the department or with assigned suppliers.
• Promote standardization, efficiency, and continuous improvement across procurement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Finance, or a related field, preferred.
• Relevant professional experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, or supplier management may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Previous experience managing suppliers or purchasing activities in a similar role.
• Understanding of the procure-to-pay / requisition-to-pay process.
• Experience with supplier management, sourcing, purchasing, or contract administration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to review invoices, investigate discrepancies, and drive resolutions.
• Strong communication and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate complex issues.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working under regular supervision while taking ownership of assigned tactical suppliers and projects.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.