Specialist, Procurement & Contracts Operations

Procurement Specialist – Vouchers & Learning materials

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled professional with extensive experience and expertise in procurement. The selected individual will be responsible for managing all legal and compliance procedures related to the procurement of Pearson's offerings by external clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee end‑to‑end procurement processes while ensuring adherence to organizational policies and legal frameworks.



• Manage and fulfils all legal requirements associated with procurement activities for external clients.



• Handle all documentation, due diligence, and coordination needed for Master Service Agreements (MSA), onboarding requirements, and related contractual obligations.



• Collaborate closely with various business units such as Legal, Human Resources, IT Security, and Finance to bridge knowledge gaps, expedite reviews, and ensure timely closure of client requests.



• Serve as the primary point of contact for external client procurement needs and support internal stakeholders in achieving seamless execution.



• Conduct legwork necessary for compliance checks, onboarding verification, documentation reviews, and procurement‑related approvals.



• Maintain accurate records, monitor progress, and ensure alignment with procurement standards and client expectations.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience inprocurement with strong understanding of procurement policies, legal frameworks, and contract management.



• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills.



• Ability to handle multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and organizational efficiency.



• Experience working with cross‑functional teams including Legal, Finance, and Operations.



• Proactive, solution‑oriented, and capable of driving procurement activities independently.



• Strong experience in various onboarding systems such as Ariba, Coupa, and Fieldglass.

Who we are:

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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Job: Sales

Job Family: PRODUCTION/OPERATIONS

Organization: Assessment & Qualifications

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Req ID: 22538