Procurement Specialist

As a Procurement Specialist reporting to the Director youll play a critical role in managing vendor relationships and driving purchasing excellence across Nasdaqs global operations. You will support end-to-end procurement activities from supplier selection through contract implementation ensuring the organization receives optimal value across hardware software and services.

Youll thrive in this position if youre analytical detail-oriented and collaborative with a strong interest in global supply chains and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• • Support supplier selection processes through thorough evaluation documentation and analysis.
  • Participate in vendor negotiations to secure favourable pricing terms and conditions.
  • Contribute to contract implementation ensuring maximum organizational benefit and compliance.
  • Assist in the development of supply chain logistics setups aligned with targets for availability lead time inventory and cost.
  • Drive procurement projects including the development of specifications for services equipment and materials.

Required Qualifications

• • Bachelors degree in supply chain management business finance or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
  • 35 years of experience in procurement purchasing or vendor management.
  • Proven ability to support negotiations and manage supplier relationships in a global environment.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to process and documentation.
  • Clear communicator with experience working across cross-functional matrixed teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• • Professional certification (e.g. CPSM CIPS PMP).
  • Experience in technology fintech or capital markets procurement.
  • Familiarity with procurement platforms or ERP systems (e.g. SAP Ariba Coupa Oracle).

This position will be located in St. Johns and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office subject to change providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives experiences and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.