Procurement Specialist

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Sofia, Sofia-grad
1-3 Years Experience
Digital Media • Gaming • Information Technology • Software • Sports • eSports • Big Data Analytics
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The Role

We're defining what it means to build and deliver the most extraordinary sports and entertainment experiences. Our global team is trailblazing new markets, developing cutting-edge products, and shaping the future of responsible gaming.
Here, "impossible" isn't part of our vocabulary. You'll face some of the toughest but most rewarding challenges of your career. They're worth it. Channeling your inner grit will accelerate your growth, help us win as a team, and create unforgettable moments for our customers.
The Crown Is Yours
As a Procurement Specialist, you'll play a central role and manage critical tasks such as forecasting demand, tracking renewal dates, and leading vendor negotiations. Acting as the key liaison between service providers, manufacturers, and internal departments, you'll have an opportunity to build strong supplier relationships and ensure efficient procurement processes, contributing directly to our operational success.
What you'll do as a Procurement Specialist

  • Process purchase orders to acquire IT goods and services like subscription agreements, IT software, and hardware.
  • Develop inventive and cost-effective procurement strategies, performing cost analysis and partnering with the FP&A team to improve global forecast accuracy and set benchmarks.
  • Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms while ensuring contract terms are favorable by working closely with the legal department.
  • Build and maintain long-term relationships with internal department leaders, external vendors, and suppliers.
  • Maintain and track contract renewal dates on a weekly basis, keeping information accessible and systems and documentation updated.
  • Ensure appropriate disposal of decommissioned assets and set life-cycle process end dates on all assets.


What you'll bring

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
  • At least 1 year of experience in the same or a similar position, preferably with software licensing, data centers, and computer hardware.
  • Proficiency in English (C1 level) for both written and oral communication.
  • Computer literacy, particularly in MS Office and Excel.
  • Detail-oriented skills, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with strong negotiation and organizational skills.
  • Previous experience in sports betting, iGaming, fantasy sports, or casino industries is considered a plus.


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We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

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The Company
HQ: Boston, MA
4,500 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

It's simple, at DraftKings, we believe life is more fun when you're in on the action. For that reason, we’re committed to responsibly creating the world’s favorite games and betting experiences. We’re developing the most innovative and entertaining real money products and offers; to forever transform how people experience sports; to be a fully vertically integrated sports betting operator. It's our ultimate goal to build the best, most trusted, and most customer-centric destination for our players.

We’re defining what it means to build and deliver the most extraordinary sports and entertainment experiences. Our global team is trailblazing new markets, developing cutting-edge products, and shaping the future of responsible gaming.

Why Work With Us

Here, “impossible” isn’t part of our vocabulary. You’ll face some of the toughest but most rewarding challenges of your career. They’re worth it. Channeling your inner grit will accelerate your growth, help us win as a team, and create unforgettable moments for our customers. Ready to own what’s next?

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