Procurement Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Miami, FL.

Summary

We are seeking a Buyer - Technical Projects to support procurement activities for engineering, technology, and infrastructure initiatives. This role is responsible for sourcing specialized products and services, managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring project procurement needs are met on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate contracts for technical equipment, software, and professional services
• Partner with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to identify procurement requirements and timelines
• Manage supplier relationships and assess vendor performance, capabilities, and compliance
• Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, and project budgets to ensure successful execution
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, quality standards, and contractual obligations
• Analyze market trends and recommend cost-saving opportunities and sourcing strategies
• Support project teams with procurement planning throughout the project lifecycle

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain operations supporting technical or project-based environments
• Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement software
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and understand project lifecycles
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting engineering, IT, infrastructure, or technology-related projects
• Knowledge of contract management and vendor performance metrics
• Proven ability to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service and quality standards

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.