Procurement Specialist

ProChem Water • Elliston, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

ProChem, Inc. is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Procurement & Coordination Specialist to support our wastewater treatment, water reuse, and industrial process systems projects. This role combines procurement, project coordination, and administrative support responsibilities. The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Fabrication, and Vendors to ensure materials are purchased, tracked, and delivered on time while helping maintain project schedules and documentation. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys managing details, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, solving problems, and helping projects move efficiently from design through startup. This position reports to the Senior Project Engineer in the Water Systems business unit.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to learn technical products and industrial equipment.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, project coordination, inside sales, customer service, operations, construction administration, or a related field.
• Experience working with ERP systems, purchasing systems, Smartsheet, or project management software is a plus.
• Candidates with experience in any of the following industries are encouraged to apply: Industrial automation and controls, Electrical distribution, Mechanical contracting, Water and wastewater treatment, Industrial equipment distribution, Manufacturing, Construction project coordination, Industrial procurement.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vendor quotations and compare pricing, lead times, and technical requirements.
• Create and manage purchase orders for project materials and equipment.
• Track open purchase orders and follow up with vendors regarding delivery status, lead times, and shipment schedules.
• Expedite critical materials to support fabrication, startup, and construction schedules.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and project documentation.
• Materials management, working with the inventory clerk to maintain stock levels; and coordinating inventory audits
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Engineers to ensure material requirements are understood and communicated.
• Assist with project scheduling, status tracking, and action item management.
• Monitor long-lead equipment and proactively identify potential schedule risks.
• Coordinate shipments, deliveries, and logistics with vendors and project teams.
• Support project closeout documentation and turnover packages.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate procurement status updates.
• Maintain vendor contact information and assist in developing supplier relationships.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to procurement and project execution processes.

Benefits

• ProChem participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm U.S. work authorization.
• ProChem is a drug-free workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed