Procurement Specialist

FII • Houston, TX

5d

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist position requires an individual with outstanding communication skills, ability to plan ahead and identify new opportunities with regards to cost, schedule, and risk mitigation strategies, and a desire to constantly improve. This role, under the guidance of their manager, will be responsible for managing the procurement process, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations, and supporting the company's mission to provide superior service to our clients.

Requirements

• Experience in cost analysis, price negotiation, and vendor management.
• Strong understanding of contracting processes, including sourcing, bidding, and contract compliance.
• Organizational skills for planning, multitasking, and time managing.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in Mandarin/Chinese is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and self-management skills; able to maintain accountability.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, operations management, or a closely related field (may substitute significant experience).
• Three or more years of closely related procurement experience.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in Mandarin/Chinese is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement lifecycle for goods and services, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and purchase order management.
• Maintain compliance with relevant federal and state regulations.
• Prepare and issue RFPs (Request for Proposals) and RFQs (Request for Quotations), PRs, evaluating bids for cost, quality, and compliance.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders (engineering, operation, program management, and finance teams) to understand procurement needs and provide strategic sourcing solutions.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, including contracts, supplier agreements, purchase requests, orders and pricing schedules.
• Track the shipping status and ensure the shipment will arrive on time. Prepare reports accurately on a weekly basis.
• Liaise with purchasing department, broker, carrier, etc. for the schedule, ETD, ETA of shipments.
• Analyze supplier performance and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing to ensure the best value for the company.
• Assist in audits and compliance reviews by providing necessary documentation and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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