Procurement Specialist

Pay Rate: $42/hr on W2

Terms of Employment:
W2 Contract, 12 Months (Likely Extension/Potential for Conversion)
This position is onsite in Pasadena, TX. After the first four-to-eight weeks, one day of remote work per week is acceptable.
The selected candidate can work an eight-hour shift between the hours of 7:00 AM 5:30 PM (CST).

Overview & Responsibilities:
Work with a global leader in the energy sector as a Procurement Specialist at a massive 250,000-square-foot manufacturing facility. This is not just a desk job; it is a high-visibility "Buyer" role where you will manage the full lifecycle of purchase orders for industrial valve components. You will be the primary point of contact for 10-25 vendors, ensuring parts move from the warehouse to production without delay. If you are a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and knows your way around an ERP system, this is your gateway to a long-term career in industrial procurement. You will
Execute the "wing-to-wing" procurement process, from order entry to onsite material receipt.
Manage a portfolio of approximately 25 suppliers and 1,000 active Purchase Orders (POs).
Expedite POs and collaborate with vendors to resolve payment issues and invoice discrepancies.
Coordinate with internal teams, including Warehouse, Materials, and Commodity Managers, to align with product line goals.
Manage claims and advise functional managers on project-specific procurement procedures.
Utilize SAP or Oracle daily to place, update, and track the status of POs for internal customers.

Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Purchasing/Procurement (4+ years preferred) in the manufacturing / industrial space.
High proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or an equivalent ERP software.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently without constant supervision.
Proven ability to handle a high-volume workload (managing $100K $500K in PO value).

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor s Degree.
Specific experience in the procurement of valves, castings, or machined parts.
Background in Finance or Accounts Payable as it relates to invoicing and payment resolution.