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# Procurement Analyst (IT Hardware & Telecom)

- **Company:** McDermott Will & Emery
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $62,000.0 - $78,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8df200ec028ca383

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Vendor relationship management?, * At least two (2) years of related work experience

 * Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
 * Knowledge of procurement methods, tools, and documentation for selecting vendors and processing orders
 * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
 * Strong written, verbal, and organizational communications skills
 * Ability to manage multiple, detailed workflows simultaneously, * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear
 * Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds

## Description

The Procurement Analyst performs a variety of duties in support of the product and vendor acquisition process for the Firm. This position works with suppliers to negotiate prices, terms, prepares and processes purchase orders, monitors inventory, assists in managing vendor contracts, and helps with sourcing third-party vendors. The Procurement Analyst works under general supervision and relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

 * Manage, track, negotiate and complete ordering process for various IT hardware, telecom, services, and other general purchasing requests as needed
 * Submit and track invoices for payment into payables system and for firm purchase credit card
 * Work closely with IT hardware & telecom managers to provide vendor analysis, review, and technical support
 * Use HelpDesk application to close tickets and answer IT hardware and telecom procurement inquiries
 * Utilize and administer purchasing system to process IT hardware & telecom renewals, new purchases, and other tasks as required by requestors
 * Assist with vendor review process, Request for Proposals (RFPs), Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, production and distribution of reports, and to communicate statuses to stakeholders
 * Analyze supply expenditures to help identify cost saving measures and initiatives
 * Maintain accurate records, files, and agreements using filing and contract applications
 * Assist users with annual budget process by providing past procurement information as needed
 * Ensure procurement activities are aligned with the department's purchasing strategy and budgets


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