Operational Procurement Specialist - North & Latin America

Umdasch Group • Tomball, TX

9h

About The Position

The Operational Procurement Specialist executes procurement activities supporting the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of goods and services across the NAMLAM Area. Serving as a key liaison among internal stakeholders, suppliers, and Strategic Procurement, the role supports efficient Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) execution, supplier performance management, and continuous process improvement. It helps maintain supply continuity, operational efficiency, and compliance with regional and global procurement standards.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–3 years of experience in operational procurement, purchasing, or supply chain support.
• Solid understanding of end-to-end Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes and procurement best practices.
• Demonstrated experience resolving complex procurement, supplier, and fulfillment-related issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across functions and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with technical specifications and ability to evaluate and compare products, materials, or services.
• External candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the USA.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language proficiency.
• Experience with SAP and Ariba.
• Experience in construction, manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or equipment-based industries.
• Professional procurement certifications.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end procurement activities, including RFQs, supplier selection, purchase order creation, order tracking, and delivery follow-up, ensuring required purchasing approvals and compliance with company policies.
• Monitor supplier performance and delivery schedules, resolving delays, discrepancies, returns, claims, and invoice exceptions to minimize business disruption.
• Maintain compliance with regional P2P processes and Global Procurement Category Management standards, and keep accurate procurement documentation and records.
• Serve as the primary contact for procurement-related inquiries from Branches, Business Units, and Country Offices across the NAMLAM Area.
• Collaborate with Strategic Procurement, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to align sourcing activities, clarify requirements, support vendor onboarding, and resolve procurement challenges.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships to support service, communication, and the procurement process.
• Support demand planning and procurement scheduling by reviewing forecasts and identifying supply risks or opportunities.
• Partner with Strategic Procurement on process improvements, efficiency, cost reduction, and procurement best practices.
• Assist with reporting, data analysis, and KPI tracking for operational decision-making and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree