Procurement Agent

. Crane Worldwide Logistics . • Houston, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Agent will be responsible for issuing RFQs/RFPs for assigned categories, evaluating supplier quotations, and ensuring accuracy in pricing, delivery terms, and specifications. This role involves expediting orders to meet operational timelines, maintaining and developing supplier relationships, and monitoring supplier performance regarding cost, quality, and on-time delivery. The agent will also resolve invoice discrepancies and delivery issues, support cost reduction initiatives through competitive bidding and negotiation, and conduct price benchmarking and total cost analysis. Additionally, the role requires partnering with operations teams to understand material/service requirements, analyzing spend data to identify trends and sourcing opportunities, and tracking market trends, supply risks, and cost drivers to support informed purchasing decisions. Support for inventory management efforts to prevent shortages or excess stock is also a key function. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• FQ/RFP development and evaluation.
• Purchase-to-pay process management.
• Negotiation fundamentals.
• Spend analysis and cost modeling.
• Expert/Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and comprehension).
• Highly motivated and energetic with a proven ability to work in a fast-paced and continually changing environment.
• Ability to operate independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to work with technical and non-technical staff at all levels.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates initiative and adaptability.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3–6 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa, or similar P2P platforms).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in logistics, transportation, warehousing, or 3PL environment preferred.
• Professional certification may be required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Issue RFQs/RFPs for assigned categories and evaluate supplier quotations.
• Ensure accuracy of pricing, delivery terms, and specifications.
• Expedite orders to meet operational timelines.
• Maintain and develop supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and delivery issues.
• Support cost reduction initiatives through competitive bidding and negotiation.
• Conduct price benchmarking and total cost analysis.
• Partner with operations teams to understand material/service requirements.
• Analyze spend data to identify trends and sourcing opportunities.
• Track market trends, supply risks, and cost drivers to support informed purchasing decisions.
• Support inventory management efforts to prevent shortages or excess stock.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level