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Senior Procurement Specialist

Wikimedia Foundation
Location
Remote
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Finance & Administration
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
  • Minimum of 5+ years of progressive procurement, sourcing, and contract drafting experience
  • Experience managing procurement activities across the procure-to-pay and/or source-to-pay lifecycle
  • Experience supporting or leading competitive sourcing activities, including RFPs, RFQs, or vendor evaluations
  • Experience negotiating vendor pricing and commercial terms
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
What the job really is

The Senior Procurement Specialist at the Wikimedia Foundation will manage procurement operations, strategic sourcing, vendor management, and contract drafting across the organization. This role involves collaborating with various departments to understand purchasing needs, leading competitive sourcing activities, negotiating contracts, and optimizing vendor relationships while ensuring efficient procurement processes.

Things to weigh
  • Remote position with preference for West Coast U.S. timezone
  • No specific salary or benefits listed beyond general compensation structure
  • The role involves managing multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with specific platforms like Coupa and Sage Intacct is preferred but similar experience may be considered
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