Job Summary
Procurement Specialist
We have a fantastic opportunity to join our innovative and friendly team as a Procurement Specialist.
In this role you will combine analytical skills and commercial awareness within a fast-paced role and will be engaging with stakeholders across the organization.
The team invest in their people, and their management style is all about giving you the autonomy and trust to make decisions on your own judgement and fully support you on your journey through the business.
What can we offer you?
Along with offering a competitive salary package, we also offer:
- A supportive team environment where everyone really is working toward the same goal
- A strong open-door policy within management
- Hybrid working model
- An environment where you will be given the tools and opportunities to further your career
- Healthcare Cover
- Bonus
- 25 days of paid annual leave plus public holidays
- Meal vouchers
What are the key responsibilities?
- Gain a full understanding of purchasing requirements to achieve internal department’s desired outcomes for service and cost.
- Oversees and conducts bid openings and evaluates bids and proposals, issues award letters, contracts or purchase orders.
- Works in cross collaboration with a variety of internal departments during all stages of negotiation and contract processes to resolve problems and issues.
- Negotiates with suppliers establishing price, delivery, quantity, payment, scope of work and order management.
- Research sources of supply. Identifies and evaluates sole source validity and methods of procurement action.
- Provides administrative support during lifecycle of contract process and performance.
- Reviews and approves requisitions to ensure documentation complies with internal audit requirements and defined policies and procedures.
What are we looking for?
- Relevant work experience in a similar role or a customer focussed background
- Attention to detail with the ability to follow processes and procedures
- Ability to develop and implement solutions to defined tasks and projects
- Good communication skills fluent in English, another language will be advantageous
- Must have good IT skills with knowledge of Excel and AI
- Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
- High levels of initiative, independence, and problem-solving ability
- Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across teams
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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – [email protected], Asia applicants - [email protected], EMEA applicants - [email protected].
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Skills Required
- Relevant work experience in a similar role or a customer-focused background
- Attention to detail with the ability to follow processes and procedures
- Ability to develop and implement solutions to defined tasks and projects
- Good communication skills, fluent in English
- Additional language skills
- Good IT skills with knowledge of Excel and AI
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
- High levels of initiative, independence, and problem-solving ability
- Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across teams
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The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Avnet and has not been reviewed or approved by Avnet.
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Retirement Support — A company-funded pension alongside a 401(k) and a discounted employee stock purchase plan establishes strong long-term savings options. Company materials and plan documents underscore active pension funding and tools that help employees model outcomes.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Company resources emphasize paid time off, paid holidays, and flexible or hybrid work where roles allow. Benefits guides also outline leave programs, including paid family leave in the U.S.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A broad well-being platform (THRIVE), EAP counseling, wellness reimbursements, employee discounts, and on-site health offerings extend support beyond core insurance. Development and community programs further contribute to a rounded total rewards experience.
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What We Do
Avnet is a global electronic components distributor with extensive design, product, marketing and supply chain expertise for customers and suppliers at every stage of the product lifecycle. For the past 100 years, Avnet has helped its customers and suppliers around the world realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Our culture was founded on new ideas and emerging technology. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Avnet is a leading global technology distributor and solutions provider at the center of the technology value chain. Founded in 1921, we work with suppliers in every major technology segment to serve customers worldwide across a broad range of markets. Whether working on large-scale production or early prototypes, we meet customer needs through individualized, end-to-end service to streamline solutions and improve efficiency for customers worldwide. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, we serve more than 1 million customers in more than 140 countries and partner with global suppliers from almost every technology segment.
