Vaco by Highspring · 15 hours ago
Procurement Analyst
Frisco, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelVaco by Highspring is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support sourcing activities. This hybrid role involves organizing and interpreting large sets of market, spend, and specification data while collaborating with category managers and cross-functional partners to ensure effective supplier interactions within Indirect Procurement.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Madison Komara
Responsibilities
Gather, clean, and consolidate category data from internal systems and external suppliers to provide clear insights for sourcing strategies
Identify cost-saving opportunities by reviewing spend patterns, material specifications, benchmark data, and should-cost analyses
Support sourcing events by managing supplier lists, preparing specifications, assembling pricing tools, and coordinating all RFX requirements
Produce post-event evaluations, including pricing comparisons, scoring summaries, and award scenario analysis using sourcing platforms
Maintain and update dashboards and spend reports to track category performance
Monitor the sourcing timeline to ensure deadlines and business needs are met
Facilitate confidentiality agreements and coordinate with suppliers before and during sourcing events
Assist in resolving supplier delivery issues and invoice discrepancies
Participate in process-improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
Strong digital and analytical skills; familiarity with systems such as Ariba, Snowflake, Beeline, SAP, IBM Cognos, Celonis, Tableau/Power BI is a plus
Advanced proficiency in Excel and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
Effective communicator with solid problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
Self-motivated, reliable, and able to follow established processes and safety standards
Benefits
Discretionary bonuses
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Company
Vaco by Highspring
Vaco is the Talent Solutions division of Highspring, a leading global professional services organization.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase