Procurement Specialist Jobs

Procurement Specialist jobs are open across manufacturing, healthcare, government, technology, and logistics, from entry-level buyer to senior and strategic sourcing roles, with specializations in contract management, supplier relations, and supply chain operations. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles721+
Top stateTexas
Top employerNorthrop Grumman
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type65% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Raytheon
Principal Specialist, Procurement (Onsite)
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Raytheon
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Principal Specialist, Procurement (Onsite)
Raytheon
Indianapolis, Indiana
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
$87k - $165k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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L3Harris
Senior Specialist, Procurement
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Senior Specialist, Procurement
L3Harris
Greenville, Texas
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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L3Harris
Specialist, Procurement
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Specialist, Procurement
L3Harris
Greenville, Texas
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
10,000+

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Amarillo Independent School District
Procurement Sourcing Specialist - Buyer
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Amarillo Independent School District
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Procurement Sourcing Specialist - Buyer
Amarillo Independent School District
Amarillo, Texas
Procurement & Purchasing
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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City of New Orleans
Management Development Specialist Ii (Procurement) (Swbno) (Class Code 0364)
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City of New Orleans
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Management Development Specialist Ii (Procurement) (Swbno) (Class Code 0364)
City of New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
On-Site
Bachelor's degree

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Procurement Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Northrop Grumman
    Northrop Grumman18
  • P
    Pick Your Part13
  • Clayco
    Clayco8
  • Outlast
    Outlast7
  • L3Harris
    L3Harris6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate30
  • Consulting & Professional Services22
  • Technology & Software18
  • Energy12
  • Manufacturing11

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in procurement specialist jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field
  • Experience with procurement software such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, or Oracle
  • Strong contract negotiation and vendor management skills
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent certification preferred
  • Proficiency in analyzing spend data and generating sourcing reports
  • Familiarity with procurement regulations including FAR for public sector roles

Tips for Your Procurement Specialist Job Search

Quantify savings on your resume

Procurement specialists who stand out include specific cost-reduction outcomes, contract values managed, and supplier consolidation results. Replace vague duties like 'managed vendors' with concrete impact statements tied to budget cycles or supplier counts.

Highlight your sourcing tool proficiency

Many job postings screen for specific procurement platforms like Coupa, SAP Ariba, or Oracle Procurement Cloud. Name the tools you've used in a dedicated skills section so applicant tracking systems pick them up before a recruiter ever reads your resume.

Target listings by contract type experience

Government procurement roles require familiarity with FAR or DFARS, while commercial roles prioritize SOW and MSA drafting. Filtering by sector before applying lets you match your contract background to what hiring managers actually need.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists procurement specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for a supplier scenario interview

Procurement interviews frequently include case questions where you're asked to evaluate a dual-source versus single-source decision or resolve a supplier quality failure. Walk through your evaluation framework out loud and tie each step to cost, risk, and timeline tradeoffs.

Negotiate with total cost of ownership in mind

When an offer comes in below your target, frame your counter around the value you bring to reducing total procurement cost, not just your years of experience. Cite a specific sourcing outcome or category you own to anchor the conversation in business impact.

Procurement Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most procurement specialists?

The companies hiring the most procurement specialists right now include Northrop Grumman, Pick Your Part, and Clayco, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Healthcare systems, defense contractors, and large manufacturers tend to post the most volume consistently.

How many procurement specialist jobs are remote?

About 35% of procurement specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote availability highest in strategic sourcing, contract administration, and category management roles. Positions involving on-site supplier audits, warehouse coordination, or direct materials purchasing are more likely to require in-person presence.

How do you become a procurement specialist?

Start with a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration, or a related field, then build foundational experience in purchasing, vendor coordination, or operations. Earning a CPSM or similar certification strengthens your candidacy for mid-level roles. Gaining hands-on experience with a sourcing platform and developing contract drafting skills accelerates the path into specialist positions.

Can you get a procurement specialist job with little experience?

Entry-level procurement roles are available, particularly at large corporations and government agencies that hire purchasing assistants or junior buyers as a pipeline into specialist positions. Internships in supply chain, relevant coursework in sourcing or logistics, and proficiency in spreadsheet-based spend analysis can all substitute for direct procurement experience when applying to these starting roles.

What does the procurement specialist interview process look like?

The process typically includes an initial phone screen with a recruiter, followed by a panel or one-on-one interview with the hiring manager and a supply chain team member. Candidates are usually asked behavioral questions about vendor negotiations and spend reduction, and may face a case scenario requiring a sourcing recommendation. A final round with a director or cross-functional stakeholder is common at larger organizations.

Where can I find and apply to procurement specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to procurement specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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