Procurement Specialist

Taurus Industrial Group•Pasadena, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for supporting the company’s procurement activities to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of materials, equipment, tools, services, and other goods required to support field operations and corporate functions. This position will work closely with Operations, Project Management, Accounting, Warehouse, Fleet, and other internal stakeholders to ensure purchasing requirements are identified, sourced, and fulfilled efficiently.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum three (3) years of procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
Strong understanding of purchasing processes, vendor management, and competitive sourcing.
Demonstrated ability to negotiate pricing and commercial terms.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to prioritize multiple requests and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to obtain and evaluate competitive pricing and supplier quotations.
Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with suppliers and service providers.
Ability to analyze purchasing activity, supplier performance, and spend data.
Ability to work effectively with Operations, Project Management, Accounting, Warehouse, Fleet, and other internal stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
Experience in an industrial services, oil & gas, construction, energy, manufacturing, or similar environment strongly preferred.
Experience purchasing industrial materials, equipment, tools, rentals, MRO supplies, or services preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day purchasing activities, including obtaining quotes, evaluating suppliers, issuing purchase orders, and monitoring order status.
Source materials, equipment, tools, rental items, services, and other products in accordance with Company requirements and procurement policies.
Review purchase requisitions for completeness, accuracy, appropriate approvals, and compliance with established purchasing procedures.
Obtain competitive pricing and negotiate pricing, payment terms, freight, lead times, and other commercial terms with suppliers.
Identify opportunities to consolidate purchases, leverage volume, and reduce overall procurement costs.
Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery.
Expedite critical or delayed orders when necessary to prevent operational disruptions.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and vendor information within the ERP system.
Develop and maintain productive relationships with key suppliers and service providers.
Identify qualified suppliers and assist with the evaluation and onboarding of new vendors.
Monitor supplier performance related to pricing, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and service.
Resolve pricing, delivery, quality, invoicing, and other vendor issues in coordination with internal stakeholders.
Support supplier negotiations and sourcing initiatives led by the Procurement Supervisor.
Ensure purchases are made in accordance with approved supplier agreements and negotiated pricing.
Partner with Operations and Project Management to understand material and service requirements and ensure procurement supports project schedules.
Respond quickly to urgent field requirements while maintaining appropriate purchasing controls.
Assist in sourcing hard-to-find, specialized, or time-sensitive industrial materials and equipment.
Coordinate with warehouse personnel regarding inventory availability, material requirements, and deliveries.
Help identify recurring purchases and opportunities for standardization.
Track purchasing activity, pricing, savings opportunities, and supplier performance.
Analyze spend by supplier, category, location, and business unit to identify cost-reduction opportunities.
Ensure purchases are made at competitive market pricing and within established budgets.
Assist with procurement reporting, KPI development, and monthly spend analysis.
Support initiatives related to working capital improvement, inventory optimization, and payment-term management.
Follow Company procurement policies, approval requirements, and internal controls.
Ensure purchase orders and supporting documentation are properly maintained.
Assist in ensuring vendors meet applicable insurance, safety, compliance, and contractual requirements.
Identify and escalate potential procurement risks, conflicts, or policy exceptions to the Procurement Supervisor.
Support audits and provide procurement documentation as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the position's responsibilities.