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Procurement Specialist I
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What they do
A Procurement or Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing the goods or services required by an organization, especially tracking overall spend and improving bidding processes. Responsible for maintaining supplier relationships. May also be responsible growing supplier relationships with new and/or existing suppliers.
$55,241 / year median in South Carolina
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Procurement Specialist I About Courser Courser accelerates the growth of IT service provider companies. We forge dynamic partnerships, leveraging our values of Teamwork, Service, Growth-Mindedness, Trust, and Innovation to deliver impactful solutions and exceptional customer experiences. As a rapidly growing organization, we seek detail-oriented professionals who thrive in structured, fast-paced environments and enjoy supporting successful project delivery. Primary Responsibilities Quote Development & Procurement Coordination Develop accurate hardware, software, and warranty quotes based on client, project, and service delivery requirements.
Source pricing from approved vendors and distributors to ensure competitive pricing and product availability.
Process purchase orders and coordinate procurement activities in alignment with project timelines and client needs.
Order hardware, warranties, software, and related technology products while maintaining accurate purchasing records. Order Fulfillment & Vendor Coordination Track orders from quote approval through delivery, ensuring timely fulfillment and issue resolution.
Monitor vendor lead times, backorders, shipping status, and delivery schedules.
Coordinate with strategic vendors and distributors, including TD Synnex, Ingram, Dell, Lenovo, Microsoft, and other partners to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
Proactively identify and escalate procurement risks, delays, or fulfillment challenges. Communication & Cross-Functional Support Serve as the primary communication hub between vendors, Account Executives (AEs), Account Managers (AMs), Technical Directors (TDs), Project Managers (PMs), Finance, Service Delivery, and other stakeholders.
Provide regular updates regarding order status, ETA changes, shipment delays, backorders, and resolution plans.
Ensure all stakeholders have visibility into procurement activities and outstanding actions. Vendor Relationship Management Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors, distributors, manufacturers, and Courser/Geo procurement and product managers. Assist with pricing negotiations, purchasing programs, rebates, and vendor escalations.
Monitor vendor performance and identify opportunities to improve service levels, turnaround times, and purchasing efficiency.
Support annual vendor reviews and maintain vendor documentation as required. Licensing Coordination Monitor licensing request workflows and ensure requests are routed and processed in a timely manner.
Coordinate with Sales Administrators to ensure licensing purchases, changes, and renewals are completed accurately.
Track outstanding licensing requests and follow up on aging items.
Maintain visibility into licensing-related activities without direct ownership of licensing administration. Reporting & Process Management Generate and distribute procurement, purchasing, backlog, shipment, vendor performance, and licensing workflow reports.
Track and report on open orders, aging orders, delayed shipments, warranty expirations, and procurement cycle times.
Maintain accurate records of quotes, purchase orders, vendor agreements, deliveries, and procurement activities.
Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, communication, reporting, and operational efficiency. Key Success Metrics (Still need to define and develop) Quote turnaround timeOrder accuracy percentageOn-time purchase order processingOpen order backlog agingVendor SLA complianceWarranty renewal completion rateProcurement-related cost savingsStakeholder satisfaction (AM, AE, PM, TD, Service Delivery)Licensing request backlog and completion rates This role focuses on quote development, procurement execution, vendor coordination, reporting, and communication, while making Sales Administration accountable for licensing management rather than transferring that responsibility to procurement. Why you'll love working here At Courser, we prioritize the personal and professional development of our employees. We offer best-in-class training, mentorship, and clear self-promotion paths to help you grow. We foster a culture of innovation and encourage challenging the status quo. With teams located across the country, we leverage a wealth of knowledge and a collaborative spirit, eager to share and grow together. Benefit Highlights
Source pricing from approved vendors and distributors to ensure competitive pricing and product availability.
Process purchase orders and coordinate procurement activities in alignment with project timelines and client needs.
Order hardware, warranties, software, and related technology products while maintaining accurate purchasing records. Order Fulfillment & Vendor Coordination Track orders from quote approval through delivery, ensuring timely fulfillment and issue resolution.
Monitor vendor lead times, backorders, shipping status, and delivery schedules.
Coordinate with strategic vendors and distributors, including TD Synnex, Ingram, Dell, Lenovo, Microsoft, and other partners to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
Proactively identify and escalate procurement risks, delays, or fulfillment challenges. Communication & Cross-Functional Support Serve as the primary communication hub between vendors, Account Executives (AEs), Account Managers (AMs), Technical Directors (TDs), Project Managers (PMs), Finance, Service Delivery, and other stakeholders.
Provide regular updates regarding order status, ETA changes, shipment delays, backorders, and resolution plans.
Ensure all stakeholders have visibility into procurement activities and outstanding actions. Vendor Relationship Management Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors, distributors, manufacturers, and Courser/Geo procurement and product managers. Assist with pricing negotiations, purchasing programs, rebates, and vendor escalations.
Monitor vendor performance and identify opportunities to improve service levels, turnaround times, and purchasing efficiency.
Support annual vendor reviews and maintain vendor documentation as required. Licensing Coordination Monitor licensing request workflows and ensure requests are routed and processed in a timely manner.
Coordinate with Sales Administrators to ensure licensing purchases, changes, and renewals are completed accurately.
Track outstanding licensing requests and follow up on aging items.
Maintain visibility into licensing-related activities without direct ownership of licensing administration. Reporting & Process Management Generate and distribute procurement, purchasing, backlog, shipment, vendor performance, and licensing workflow reports.
Track and report on open orders, aging orders, delayed shipments, warranty expirations, and procurement cycle times.
Maintain accurate records of quotes, purchase orders, vendor agreements, deliveries, and procurement activities.
Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, communication, reporting, and operational efficiency. Key Success Metrics (Still need to define and develop) Quote turnaround timeOrder accuracy percentageOn-time purchase order processingOpen order backlog agingVendor SLA complianceWarranty renewal completion rateProcurement-related cost savingsStakeholder satisfaction (AM, AE, PM, TD, Service Delivery)Licensing request backlog and completion rates This role focuses on quote development, procurement execution, vendor coordination, reporting, and communication, while making Sales Administration accountable for licensing management rather than transferring that responsibility to procurement. Why you'll love working here At Courser, we prioritize the personal and professional development of our employees. We offer best-in-class training, mentorship, and clear self-promotion paths to help you grow. We foster a culture of innovation and encourage challenging the status quo. With teams located across the country, we leverage a wealth of knowledge and a collaborative spirit, eager to share and grow together. Benefit Highlights
- Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) company match
- Flexible vacation time
- Paid sick time
- 10 Holidays including your Birthday and a Floating Holiday!
- Healthy Lifestyle reimbursement
- Membership Subsidy
- 40 Hours for Volunteer Time
- Paid parental leave
- Reimbursement for ongoing certifications
- Flexible vacation time after completing one full year of employment.
- This is a largely sedentary role. The employee is frequently required to sit/stand for long periods and work on a computer.
- The employee must be able to verbally communicate effectively with clients, employees and management to address questions and resolve issues. This involves talking, hearing, and understanding.
- This position requires the regular use of a laptop computer and other office equipment. The employee must be able to operate a keyboard and other devices for extended periods.
- The employee may be required to occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.