Procurement Specialist

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Job Description

We are a global law firm with a strategic focus and momentum. Our industry-focused strategy involves pioneering work in new regions. Our shared values define our culture and workplace, which is collegial, team-oriented, and innovative. We work seamlessly across practices, offices, and globally, fostering a collaborative environment.

The Procurement Analyst will support vendor management, including contract management, strategic sourcing, and relationship management. The ideal candidate will have procurement experience, negotiation skills, and a track record of driving efficiency and cost savings.

This role reports to the Head of Procurement and Vendor Management, ideally located in Austin, Dallas, or Houston, Texas, with some in-office presence as per the hybrid work policy.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing procurement strategies aligned with the firm’s goals, including policies and procedures.
• Identifying, evaluating, onboarding vendors, and negotiating terms.
• Maintaining vendor relationships and monitoring performance.
• Managing the contract lifecycle from selection to renewal.
• Collaborating with legal to review and negotiate contracts.
• Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
• Monitoring procurement spend and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Assessing and mitigating procurement risks.
• Supporting NDA processes, opportunity tracking, and sourcing strategies.
• Documenting procurement processes and developing toolkits.
• Maintaining the firm’s procurement system, Coupa.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• At least 3 years of procurement or vendor management experience, preferably in legal or professional services.
• Coupa experience preferred.
• Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with procurement software and contract law.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Norton Rose Fulbright offers comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401(k), profit-sharing, and family support benefits. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

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