Procurement Specialist
Huntress$85,000 - $100,000/year
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Procurement, Supply ChainIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline (Mechanical or Industrial preferred)
- Experience in construction, or technical equipment procurement (RTUs, AHUs, refrigeration, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of contract interpretation, SLAs, and supplier negotiations
- Proven ability to develop KPIs, MSAs, and vendor scorecards to track and enhance performance
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional and global teams
- Strong financial and analytical acumen to support strategic sourcing initiatives
- Background in engineering, preferably from a construction or facilities environment
- Experience in managing equipment categories such as RTUs, AHUs, and refrigeration systems
- Strong technical and analytical capabilities
Responsibilities
- Review and interpret vendor agreements, service level agreements (SLAs), and contractual terms, ensuring they reflect Walmart’s business interests and operational requirements
- Develop, implement, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and Master Service Agreements (MSAs) for vendors, holding them accountable for service quality and performance
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, ensuring consistent service delivery and continuous improvement in line with Walmart’s standards
- Monitor category spend and collaborate with Global Sourcing to plan and support RFP initiatives that drive cost optimization and category excellence
- Partner with business teams to identify, assess, and onboard new vendors that meet Walmart’s quality, compliance, and performance expectations
- Support the Purchase Order (PO) execution team by ensuring that rates, terms, and conditions in POs align with market benchmarks and sourcing outcomes
- Work closely with Canada Sourcing, Global Sourcing, and U.S. Walmart teams to ensure vendor management practices, processes, and contractual frameworks are harmonized across regions
- Provide analytical insights into category performance, market trends, and vendor efficiency to support sourcing decisions and strategic planning
- Ensure compliance with Walmart’s sourcing policies, financial controls, and governance frameworks in all vendor interactions and agreements
- Manage vendor relationships, optimize service and supply agreements, and ensure alignment across Canada, Global Sourcing, and U.S. Walmart teams
Skills
Vendor Management
Contract Negotiation
KPI Monitoring
Service Level Agreements
Master Service Agreements
Strategic Sourcing
Category Management
RFP Support
Procurement
Spend Analysis
RTUs
AHUs
Refrigeration Systems
Walmart
Global retail chain offering affordable products
About Walmart
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.
Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Risks
Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.
Differentiation
Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.
Upsides
Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.
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