We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain/Procurement Specialist/Manager to support procurement operations and strategic sourcing for a growing organization in San Francisco. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited for a mid-level candidate who can independently manage purchasing activities, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and improve procurement processes in a fast-moving environment. The role will focus on operational excellence, supplier engagement, and data-informed decision-making across IT, software, infrastructure, and business functions.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the full procurement cycle, including intake of purchase requests, supplier setup, purchase order coordination, agreement administration, and spend tracking.
• Work closely with teams such as Finance, Engineering, IT, Marketing, and other business units to understand requirements and deliver practical sourcing support.
• Contribute to sourcing initiatives by researching supplier markets, preparing bid documents, evaluating responses, and helping identify the best fit for business needs.
• Guide vendor discussions and support negotiation efforts related to pricing, terms, service levels, and overall commercial value.
• Lead initiatives that streamline procurement workflows, strengthen policy adherence, and improve the use of procurement systems and tools.
• Create and maintain process documentation, user instructions, training content, and best-practice resources for internal stakeholders.
• Analyze purchasing and vendor data to identify spending patterns, opportunities for savings, and areas of operational risk.
• Support procurement activity related to technology, software, infrastructure, and other specialized service categories as needed.