Procurement Specialist

Role overview

The Procurement Specialist will support the EANM AI Committee on a part-time remote basis by handling sourcing and purchasing activities. The position focuses on creating and managing purchase orders, liaising with suppliers, and making sure goods and services for committee projects and events arrive on schedule.

What you will do

• Prepare purchase orders and oversee the purchasing workflow from request to completion.
• Coordinate with vendors to source the required goods and services.
• Check supplier options, compare proposals, and support the selection of suitable partners.
• Assist with negotiating contract terms and building dependable supplier relationships.
• Monitor procurement results to help ensure good value, timely delivery, and alignment with internal rules.
• Keep accurate procurement records and documentation.
• Review pricing information and proposals to support informed buying decisions.
• Work closely with committee members to understand needs and align purchases with project objectives.
• Communicate proactively with a distributed international team and work independently within a volunteer-led structure.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing procurement and purchase orders across the full buying cycle.
• Ability to assess suppliers and negotiate terms that support reliable delivery and favorable conditions.
• Strong analytical ability to compare quotations, evaluate total cost, and guide data-based procurement choices.
• Working knowledge of contract basics and compliance practices, preferably in non-profit or academic/medical settings.
• Excellent English written and spoken communication skills, with comfort collaborating remotely across countries.
• Strong planning and organization skills, with careful attention to detail and the ability to handle several requests at once in a part-time role.
• Background in procurement, supply chain, or operations; experience in healthcare, research, or technology is beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, finance, or a related area, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Additional information

This role operates within a volunteer-driven organizational environment and requires the ability to work independently while staying aligned with committee needs and timelines.