Purchasing Specialist

Overview As a Purchasing Specialist, you’ll keep purchasing and supply chain activities moving by sourcing materials, coordinating with vendors, and supporting accurate inventory and pricing decisions. You’ll use purchasing management systems and enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools to organize data, track orders, and support efficient procurement. Duties Coordinate purchasing, sourcing, and logistics activities; monitor orders and inventory levels. Communicate with vendors, build productive relationships, and negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts. Use spreadsheets and Excel data analysis to review purchasing information, pricing, and inventory records. Maintain accurate records in purchasing management systems and accounting software; support materials management and inventory control. Your impact: Timely purchasing and clear vendor communication help internal teams access the materials they need to keep supply chain operations running smoothly. Qualifications At least 2 years of experience in similar role (Required) High School Diploma or GED; Associate's Preferred. Experience or knowledge in purchasing, procurement, supply chain management, inventory management, or vendor relationship management. Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing tools; prefeably Infor Syteline Understanding of materials requirements planning (MRP), materials management, contracts, pricing, and direct negotiation procurement. Strong vendor communication, negotiation, spreadsheet, and Excel data analysis skills. Experience with logistics, accounting software, or inventory control is an asset. Pay: From $54,700.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: ERP systems: 2 years (Required) Purchasing: 2 years (Required) Language: Spanish (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Houston, TX 77063 (Required) Work Location: In person

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