Job Description
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Job Title: Procurement Category Specialist
Location: Tampa, FL 33592
Onsite Work: (4) days per week, one (1) day remote (Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM) Occasional travel to company sites and supplier locations as required
Contract Length: 12+ Months
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Position Overview
The Procurement Category Specialist provides analytical and administrative support for category management and sourcing activities. This role assists with preparing sourcing events, analyzing supplier proposals, maintaining procurement data, and supporting supplier relationships. The position works closely with category managers and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure efficient, compliant, and data-driven procurement operations.
Key Responsibilities
Collect, analyze, and interpret spend data, supplier performance metrics, and market trends Prepare reports, dashboards, and analytical summaries to support category strategies Assist in drafting RFQs, RFPs, and bid packages Maintain contract records and support contract amendments and documentation updates Support day-to-day communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders Verify supplier compliance and maintain audit-ready documentation Identify opportunities to streamline procurement data management and reporting processes Escalate complex issues to Category Specialists or Category Managers as appropriate Reporting & Collaboration
Direct Supervision:
None Indirect Supervision / Collaboration:
Cross-functional teams, contractors, and suppliers Key Relationships
Internal:
Category Managers Category Specialists Engineering teams Operations teams External:
Suppliers Contractors Qualifications
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field Preferred: Not specified Certifications
Preferred: CPSM, CIPS, or actively working toward a professional procurement certification Experience
Required: Minimum of three (3) years of procurement or supply chain experience Preferred: Experience using eSourcing tools Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel Familiarity with ERP systems Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Preferred: Basic understanding of procurement regulations and contract terms Leadership Competencies
Demonstrates a strong commitment to Safety, Health, and the Environment Takes ownership and acts with integrity Drives operational excellence and customer-focused outcomes Builds strong, collaborative working relationships Contributes to the development of people and teams Embraces innovation and adapts to change Thinks strategically and exercises sound judgment Working Conditions
Office-based work environment Meetings may take place in various locations Occasional overtime, weekend, or on-call support may be required Physical Requirements
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods Ability to meet normal office and travel-related physical demands 
