Procurement Specialist

Aston Carter

. Lead the development and implementation of category and sub-category sourcing strategies for goods and services, particularly within facilities management .

Posted 10/8/2026contractRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $45 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing sourcing strategies within facilities management, with a strong focus on procurement policies, contract administration, and supplier relationship management. Proficient in utilizing procurement tools such as Jaggaer, Corrigo, and SAP to optimize sourcing processes and ensure compliance.

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Sourcing Strategy DevelopmentContract AdministrationJaggaer Procurement SystemsSupplier Relationship ManagementFacilities Management Experience

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Hard Skills

ProcurementSourcing TechniquesSupply Chain ManagementContract NegotiationBudget AdherenceRisk ManagementAnalytical SkillsDecision-Making

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsNegotiation SkillsAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

JaggaerCorrigoCMMSSAP

Industry Keywords

Facilities ManagementProcurement PoliciesSourcing ProcessesComplianceSupplier Proposals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and implementation of category and sub-category sourcing strategies for goods and services, particularly within facilities management
Engage with senior stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into sourcing plans and processes
Advise business areas as a subject matter expert on procurement policies, processes, and best practices
Manage end-to-end sourcing activities, including timely delivery, budget adherence, and risk management
Develop and maintain relationships with strategic suppliers and identify new partners
Monitor compliance with organizational sourcing processes throughout the procurement lifecycle
Create, manage, and optimize category or sub-category strategy plans and sourcing pipelines
Oversee contract administration, documentation, reporting, and management-review materials
Use Jaggaer, Corrigo, CMMS systems, SAP, and other procurement and sourcing tools to manage purchase orders, supplier data, and inventory-related activities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support facilities management sourcing needs and resolve procurement issues
Evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate terms, and recommend sourcing solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 3 years of prior contract and sourcing experience, preferably within the facilities management industry
5+ years of experience in contract administration
Demonstrated experience in procurement or purchasing, including sourcing techniques and supply chain management
Previous hands-on experience with Jaggaer procurement systems
Previous hands-on experience with Corrigo and CMMS platforms
Experience working with purchase orders, SAP, and inventory-related processes
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills for managing supplier relationships and contract discussions
Strong analytical and decision-making skills to support strategic sourcing and supplier selection
Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field
Corrigo and Aravo experience is highly desirable
Previous facilities management experience is strongly preferred
Familiarity with supply chain management concepts and best practices
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing multiple sourcing projects and priorities
Comfort with virtual collaboration tools and remote stakeholder engagement
Experience acting as an internal consultant on procurement processes and compliance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Fully remote work arrangement
Possibility of contract extension based on business needs