Procurement Automation Engineer Valmet Inc. - 3.7 Shrewsbury, MA Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $91,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits 401(k) matching Qualifications Data integrity assurance Application Integration Cost reduction by process optimization Systems integration Data visualization software proficiency Computer Science Engineering development testing IT transformation Procurement performance tracking ERP systems Operations transformation Process design System design Performance Reporting Process improvement Data reporting Information Systems Purchase order management Mid-level Scalable systems SQL System design for system development Data quality management Business intelligence tools Bachelor's degree in engineering Supply chain management solutions (enterprise solutions) Supply chain performance monitoring Automated procurement systems Scalability Data-driven problem-solving Full Job Description We are seeking a Procurement Automation Engineer to drive digital transformation, process automation, and data-driven decision-making within the Procurement organization. This role combines procurement and supply chain knowledge with automation, data analytics, ERP systems, and AI technologies. The Procurement Automation Engineer will work closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, IT, Finance, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to identify manual and repetitive processes and develop scalable digital solutions. The primary objective of this role is to reduce manual transactional work, improve process efficiency and data quality, and enable procurement professionals to focus on higher-value activities such as strategic sourcing, supplier development, cost reduction, and risk management. This is a hands-on role requiring both strong technical capability and an understanding of business processes.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Partner with Procurement team members to identify repetitive, manual, and time-consuming activities that can be automated or simplified. Analyze current procurement workflows and identify process gaps, inefficiencies, and automation opportunities. Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain automation solutions for procurement and supply chain processes. Automate workflows such as purchase order management, supplier communication, RFQ processes, approvals, data collection, reporting, and exception management. Develop automated alerts and workflows for issues such as overdue purchase orders, late supplier deliveries, missing confirmations, price discrepancies, and other procurement exceptions. Measure automation results including hours saved, process cycle-time reduction, data accuracy, adoption, and productivity improvement. What you'll need: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, or a related field. Experience developing business process automation, analytics, applications, or digital solutions. Strong experience with one or more of the following: Microsoft Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, SQL, Python, APIs/system integration, RPA or workflow automation. We Offer We offer a dynamic work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic setting with opportunities for continual growth. We're looking for team-oriented people with a willingness to learn and contribute to our customers' success. This includes a generous wage starting between $85k-91k/annual• and benefits package that offers a 401k with company match as well as company funded pension. •Salary range is intended to provide a general guideline. Actual compensation will be determined based on market data, internal equity, and candidate credentials." Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen. Additional Information To be included in the recruiting process, please apply directly online through Valmet's career site. Selected candidates may be required to complete pre-employment screening in accordance with local requirements. Join Valmet and help deliver exceptional customer experiences while supporting the success of our Spare Parts business. When everything works together Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers' performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers Please note that Valmet will never ask for personal financial information during the interview process. If you feel you have been a victim of an online job posting scam, please notify the Federal Trade Commission