Procurement Specialist (Remote, Contract)

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OUR HIRING PROCESS: • We will review your application against our job requirements. We do not employ machine learning technologies during this phase as we believe every human deserves attention from another human. We do not think machines can evaluate your application quite like our seasoned recruiting professionals—every person is unique. We promise to give your candidacy a fair and detailed assessment. • We may then invite you to submit a video interview for the review of the hiring manager. This video interview is often followed by a test or short project that allows us to determine whether you will be a good fit for the team. • At this point, we will invite you to interview with our hiring manager and/or the interview team. Please note: We do not conduct interviews via text message, Telegram, etc. and we never hire anyone into our organization without having met you face-to-face (or via Zoom). You will be invited to come to a live meeting or Zoom, where you will meet our INFUSE team. • From there on, it’s decision time! If you are still excited to join INFUSE and we like you as much, we will have a conversation about your offer. We do not make offers without giving you the opportunity to speak with us live. INFUSE is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy We are seeking a talented Procurement Specialist to join our IT Support department at INFUSE. Reporting to the Head of IT Support, you will be responsible for driving global IT procurement, managing assets across EMEA and US regions, and optimizing our technology investments. This role is critical to supporting our growing organization's IT infrastructure and ensuring efficient, compliant procurement operations. You'll join a dedicated Procurement team within IT Support, working alongside Infrastructure, Helpdesk, and Management teams to deliver comprehensive IT services across our global organization. Areas of Responsibility Procurement & Vendor Management: • Oversee end-to-end procurement processes for IT hardware, software, and services • Manage supplier and vendor relationships, including contract negotiations • Research and evaluate solutions according to business requirements • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and vendor agreements Asset & License Management: • Manage global IT asset lifecycle across EMEA and US regions, including logistics coordination • Track and optimize software licenses and ensure compliance • Maintain accurate inventory systems and hardware tracking • Oversee hardware maintenance, repair, upgrade, and retirement processes Optimization & Strategy: • Drive cost optimization initiatives for assets and services • Analyze asset utilization and identify efficiency opportunities • Develop and maintain procurement documentation, processes, and best practices • Support compliance management activities for software and services Required Qualifications • 3+ years of IT procurement, vendor management, or IT asset management experience • Hands-on experience with enterprise software licensing (Microsoft 365, Azure, or similar enterprise agreements) • Strong understanding of IT hardware specifications and procurement cycles • Proven stakeholder management and communication skills • English proficiency: Upper-Intermediate (B2) or higher • Experience with inventory management systems or procurement platforms Preferred Qualifications • Background in IT Support or IT Operations environments • Project management experience • Experience in globally distributed, multinational organizations • Familiarity with compliance frameworks (ISO, SOC2, GDPR) Personal Competencies • Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated cost savings results • Excellent written and verbal communication in English • Strategic thinking with ability to balance cost, quality, and timeline constraints • Detail-oriented approach to documentation and compliance tracking • Self-motivated with ability to manage competing priorities independently • Collaborative mindset for working across distributed teams and time zones • Positive approach, flexibility, and self-initiative What We Offer Compensation & Payment: • USD-based compensation based on experience • Monthly payment via bank transfer or Payoneer (based on invoice) Benefits & Time Off: • Paid vacation days • Paid sick leave • US national holidays observed • Summer Fridays: 6-hour workdays (June-August) Work Arrangement: • Fully remote position • Work schedule: Monday-Friday, core hours 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM EET • Collaborative environment with globally distributed teams Don't hesitate to apply and discover more about this opportunity! Apply tot his job

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