Procurement Specialist

The Metis Foundation is seeking a Full\-Time, Exempt entry level Procurement Specialist to join our team and help manage our organization’s procurement needs. The Procurement Specialist will support the procurement process by assisting with vendor communications, purchase tracking, documentation, and ensuring that purchases align with project needs and budgetary guidelines. The Metis Foundation is a 501c (3\) specifically organized to advance clinically relevant scientific research to the medical community, especially within the US Department of Defense. We provide scientific, educational, financial, and project management support in the conduct of federally and industry\-sponsored research, clinical trials, and education. **Essential Job Duties:** * Assist with gathering quotes and basic proposals from suppliers. * Communicate with project teams to confirm purchasing needs and obtain necessary approvals. * Support the coordination of travel and purchase arrangements in compliance with internal procedures. * Verify available project funding for purchases by reviewing budget allocations. * Submit reimbursement documentation to the Finance team for processing. * Maintain accurate purchasing records and assist with organizing supporting documentation. * Enter purchasing details into accounting and tracking systems. * Help prepare and issue purchase orders and simple agreements with vendors. * Monitor the status of orders and notify relevant staff of any delays or issues. * Serve as a point of contact for vendor inquiries and general follow\-up. * Participate in basic price comparisons and research market trends to support procurement decisions. * Support the procurement team with additional administrative or analytical tasks as assigned. **Required Knowledge, Qualifications, and Abilities:** * Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Effective verbal and written communication abilities. * Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word). * Willingness to learn procurement systems, procedures, and federal requirements. * Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a team setting. **Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, and Abilities:** * Coursework, internships, or projects related to purchasing, supply chain, or budgeting. * Familiarity with procurement concepts or terminology. * Experience using accounting or purchasing systems is a plus. * Interest in working in a nonprofit or research environment. * Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently. * Ability to work in a fast\-paced environment. **Physical Capabilities** Ability to frequently remain in a stationary position; operate a computer and other standard office equipment; visual capacity to review and edit documents; converse by telephone and in person. Some bending, lifting up to 30 lbs., and grasping. **Work Environment** Work is performed in a professional office environment that includes operation of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, calculators, and filing cabinets. Moderate noise levels. **Metis Foundation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.** *Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of Human Resources.* Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $45,000\.00 \- $55,000\.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Antonio, TX 78216