Procurement Specialist
ISEE Career Solutions
Troy, MI · Posted October 15, 2026
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About the job
Company Overview
The Company is a global total services provider that has expanded its business to include MROs, building/real estate management, construction, and leisure. As a result, it continues to post a high annual growth rate.
Position Overview
Responsible for developing, maintaining, and operating the supply chain for customers.
Responsibilities
Identify sources for products/services in support of customer requests in a timely manner. Ensure proper product selection, matches, and/or alternatives.
Make purchasing decisions based on customer needs, market and competitor conditions, product specifications, supplier strategies, regulations, and business policies
Negotiate costs, terms, and conditions with suppliers
Provide exceptional customer service by proactively contacting customers to resolve issues and to improve opportunities' success rate
Maintain and report purchasing results and productivity measurements, including number of quotes completed per day, cycle time, average mark-up, and buy/quote ratio
Communicate performance expectations and provide qualitative feedback regarding performance of suppliers
Support gross profit goals by negotiating and controlling product costs, lead times, freight terms, and purchase quantity requirements
Maintain existing supplier relationships and initiate potential new supplier relationships
Communicate with HQ abroad (Korea) regarding imported items
Support team members on products and source inquiries
Requirements
Bachelor's degree; preferred to be in Supply Chain, Logictics, Business, Economics, E-Commerce, Engineering, or related field
3+ years of experience in procurement/purchasing or related field
Excellent negotiating skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Strong business acumen and decision-making skills
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team environment
Solid grasp of MS Office/ERP
CPSM or relevant certification preferred
Knowledge and experience with procurement/purchasing regarding MRO products preferred
Benefits
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Year-End Incentives
Relocation Assistance available