Job Description

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Job Title: Procurement Category Specialist
Location: Tampa, FL 33592
Onsite Work: (4) days per week, one (1) day remote (Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM) Occasional travel to company sites and supplier locations as required
Contract Length: 12+ Months

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Position Overview

The Procurement Category Specialist provides analytical and administrative support for category management and sourcing activities. This role assists with preparing sourcing events, analyzing supplier proposals, maintaining procurement data, and supporting supplier relationships. The position works closely with category managers and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure efficient, compliant, and data-driven procurement operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret spend data, supplier performance metrics, and market trends
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and analytical summaries to support category strategies
• Assist in drafting RFQs, RFPs, and bid packages
• Maintain contract records and support contract amendments and documentation updates
• Support day-to-day communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Verify supplier compliance and maintain audit-ready documentation
• Identify opportunities to streamline procurement data management and reporting processes
• Escalate complex issues to Category Specialists or Category Managers as appropriate

Reporting & Collaboration

Direct Supervision:

• None

Indirect Supervision / Collaboration:

• Cross-functional teams, contractors, and suppliers

Key Relationships

Internal:

• Category Managers
• Category Specialists
• Engineering teams
• Operations teams

External:

• Suppliers
• Contractors

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
• Preferred: Not specified

Certifications

• Preferred: CPSM, CIPS, or actively working toward a professional procurement certification

Experience

• Required: Minimum of three (3) years of procurement or supply chain experience
• Preferred: Experience using eSourcing tools

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Preferred: Basic understanding of procurement regulations and contract terms

Leadership Competencies

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Takes ownership and acts with integrity
• Drives operational excellence and customer-focused outcomes
• Builds strong, collaborative working relationships
• Contributes to the development of people and teams
• Embraces innovation and adapts to change
• Thinks strategically and exercises sound judgment

Working Conditions

• Office-based work environment
• Meetings may take place in various locations
• Occasional overtime, weekend, or on-call support may be required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods
• Ability to meet normal office and travel-related physical demands