Role Description The Procurement Specialist / Vendor Manager at Mentores con Propósito is a part-time, remote role focused on managing supplier relationships and optimizing purchasing activities. The role involves identifying and qualifying vendors, requesting and comparing quotes, and negotiating contracts and pricing to align with organizational goals and budgets. This position oversees purchase orders, tracks delivery timelines, and ensures compliance with agreed terms and internal policies.

The Procurement

Specialist / Vendor Manager also maintains accurate vendor records, analyzes spending data, monitors supplier performance, and collaborates with internal stakeholders to understand needs and support strategic sourcing decisions.

Qualifications

- Strong analytical skills to interpret data, evaluate vendor performance, and support cost-effective decisions.
- Experience in procurement, including sourcing,



purchasing, and vendor management processes.
- Proficiency in contract negotiation to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service levels.
- Knowledge of contract management practices, including tracking renewals, compliance, and risk mitigation.
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with vendors and internal teams in a remote setting.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a part-time schedule.
- Familiarity with procurement or ERP software and basic spreadsheet tools.
- Relevant education or training in business, supply chain, finance, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience working with nonprofit or mission-driven organizations is a plus.

📌 Procurement Specialist / Vendor Manager (Australia)
🏢 Mentores con Propósito
📍 Australia