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Procurement Specialist – MSP
Location
Mexico
Posted
106 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Junior
Job Description
Procurement Specialist – MSP
Zipdev
• Maintain working relationships with key distributors, including Ingram Micro, TD Synnex, and others, to support timely and cost effective procurement activities. • Monitor pricing, product availability, lead times, and promotional opportunities through ongoing communication with distributors. • Coordinate the purchase of IT equipment such as servers, network hardware, PCs, peripherals, and related technology products. • Track order status, logistics, delivery timelines, and ensure accurate fulfillment of company requirements. • Manage licensing lifecycles for software products such as FortiGate, Microsoft CSP, Duo, Adobe, SSL certificates, and domain registrations. • Maintain timely renewals and ensure adherence to licensing terms and compliance requirements. • Prepare accurate pricing estimates for internal stakeholders and clients using tools such as ConnectWise and CPQ. • Support internal teams by identifying competitive hardware and software options based on company guidelines. • Track hardware warranty periods and coordinate renewals or replacement requests as needed. • Work with vendors to resolve warranty-related issues and minimize operational impact. • Maintain accurate documentation for all software licenses and ensure records remain current and audit ready. • Assist with internal or external reviews involving licensing and usage compliance. • Support the integration and optimization of procurement tools and systems to streamline ordering workflows. • Maintain procurement-related data in platforms such as ConnectWise and ensure accurate recordkeeping. • Adhere to standard operating procedures and escalation protocols. • Escalate complex issues to senior staff as appropriate. • Proactively build skills through experience and training. • Gain proficiency in systems, tools, and standards across client environments. • Accept coaching and feedback from senior technicians and engineers. • Progress toward independent issue resolution over time.
Job Requirements
- 1–4 years of IT procurement or relevant technical experience (professional, academic, or personal).
- Experience working with IT distributors such as Ingram Micro and TD Synnex, including familiarity with vendor coordination and product availability tracking.
- Working knowledge of software licensing practices, including Microsoft CSP, FortiGate renewals, SSL certificates, and Adobe products.
- Familiarity with quoting and pricing systems such as ConnectWise, CPQ, or QuoteWerks is beneficial.
- Clear and effective communication skills for coordinating with vendors and internal teams.
- Ability to manage multiple procurement tasks concurrently and prioritize based on operational needs.
- Strong attention to detail and well-developed organizational abilities.
Benefits
- Work remotely Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week (no weekends)
- Vacation: 10 business days a year
- Holidays: 5 National Holidays a year
- Company Holidays: 5 Company Holidays a year (Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Zipdev Day)
- Parental Leave
- Health Care Reimbursement
- Active Lifestyle Reimbursement
- Quarterly Home Office Reimbursement
- Payroll Deduction Purchase Plans
- Longevity Bonus
- Continuous Learning Bonus
- Access to Training and Professional Development Platforms
- Did we mention it's REMOTE?!!
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