This is a hybrid role, based in Seattle, WA. Please do not apply if you cannot commit to being in the office every week.
I am working with a Global Construction Consulting company who are looking for a Procurement and Supply Chain Assistant. A great opportunity for a young professional looking for an opportunity to join an established consulting firm.
Overview of Role
The Procurement & Supply Chain Assistant will support the day-to-day functions of procurement & supply chain management, ensuring efficient and effective acquisition of goods & services for major data center clients. The role will be pivotal in the support of supplier onboarding, procurement planning, RFP management, supplier relationship management & contract administration. They should have the ability to identify opportunities within a project that will add value and help successfully accomplish the client's desired project outcome.
Essential Functions
- Manage Supply Chain tools and systems that communicate with other departments.
- Support the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager in preparing supply chain reports, documenting risks, challenges, opportunities & milestones.
- Manage current production schedules and support tracking/overseeing OFE (Equipment) budgets.
- Update and maintain OFE program to track and manage all elements of procurement activities in real time.
- Own and maintain all administrative duties associated with Aligned construction/procurement projects to include, but not limited to: Request for Purchase Orders, Request for Change orders
- Assist in the collaboration of project budgets according to project controls and processes, working within the cost tracking system.
- Assist in the collaboration of project schedules according to project controls and processes, working within the cost tracking system.
- Work closely with various Department/Teams to report out supply chain activities including delays and Constraints.
- Oversee and manage all supply chain activities assigned.
- Adds to team effort by accomplishing other duties as assigned.
The Procurement & Supply Chain Assistant demonstrates a positive proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- 1 year of experience in data centers, procurement, and/or commissioning is a plus.
- Familiarity with data center hardware procurement (e.g., servers, networking equipment, racks, power systems)
- Understanding of IT infrastructure and platform delivery lifecycles
- Knowledge of sourcing strategies for high-volume or mission-critical components
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
- Experience using procurement or supply chain platforms (e.g., Coupa, Ariba)
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort with data analysis and inventory management tools
- Experience supporting international procurement and logistics coordination (preferred)
- Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., ISO, SOC2) as they relate to hardware sourcing or vendor management (preferred)