Description: Job Summary: The Procurement Specialist leads the procurement of products and services for the Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine (KPSOM). The Specialist provides service to KPSOM customers, creates purchase requisitions, and coordinates with the KP Buyers assigned to KPSOM. The Specialist initiates process improvements and participates in projects related to the KPSOM Supply Chain for efficient and cost-effective purchasing methods. The Specialist works under general direction, referring to policies and practices for guidance, aiding compliance with KPSOM policies, and adapting purchasing strategies for KPSOM consistent with the overall KP sou