Procurement Specialist - Tough Mudder : Job Details

A worldwide leader in endurance sports, Spartan is a high-growth, international organization that owns and operates mass-participation athletic events under the brands Spartan, Tough Mudder, Spartan Trail, Hurricane Heat, and DEKA, and offers numerous related fitness, health, and nutrition services and products. We create transformational experiences, products, and content to help people, companies, and teams tear down boundaries and expand what they believe to be possible. Together with its many subsidiaries and licensees, Spartan combines large-scale global events with a vibrant digital content and community platform. With 250 events across more than 40 countries on six continents, Spartan is the world's leading extreme wellness and endurance brand.

Position Summary

The Procurement Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective procurement of goods and services for Spartan Race events and operations. This position requires a detail-oriented and organized professional with expertise in procurement processes, vendor management, and cost optimization. The successful candidate will contribute to the success of Spartan Race events by securing high-quality resources and services while maintaining budgetary constraints.

• Develop and execute procurement strategies and policies to optimize the acquisition of goods and services.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including operations, finance, and event management, to understand procurement needs and requirements.
• Identify and evaluate potential vendors and suppliers, conducting thorough assessments of their capabilities, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate and manage contracts and agreements with vendors to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service levels.
• Monitor and evaluate vendor performance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and service quality standards.
• Manage the procurement process from vendor selection to purchase order issuance and delivery tracking.
• Analyze procurement data and spend patterns to identify cost-saving opportunities and areas for process improvement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to establish and maintain inventory control procedures.
• Ensure compliance with procurement regulations, ethical standards, and best practices.
• Develop and manage budgets for procurement activities, tracking expenses and resource allocation.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, or related roles.
• Proficiency in procurement processes, best practices, and vendor negotiation.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret procurement data.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.

Abilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Evaluate and select vendors based on capability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate and manage contracts to secure favorable terms and pricing.
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand procurement needs and requirements.
• Maintain inventory control procedures and optimize resource allocation.
• Foster ethical and compliant procurement practices.
• Manage budgets for procurement activities and track expenses to achieve cost-effective outcomes.

Spartan Race is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and celebrate the uniqueness of every individual on our team. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. Spartan Race is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Tough Mudder is an endurance event series in which participants attempt 10–12-mile-long obstacle courses.

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