Buyer / Procurement Specialist

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Buyer managing purchase orders, supplier coordination, and expediting for a Houston-based operations team. Supporting inventory, ERP data, pricing verification, and procurement compliance in a hybrid role.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, including requisition processing, purchase order issuance, and supplier management. Proficient in ERP systems and data management, with a strong focus on compliance and continuous improvement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement ExperienceERP System ProficiencyAttention To DetailSupplier ManagementIntermediate Excel Skills

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Hard Skills

Purchase Order IssuanceRequisition ProcessingOrder TrackingPricing VerificationData Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCustomer Service MindsetCollaborative Work Style

Tools & Technologies

AcumaticaSAPOracle

Industry Keywords

Procurement PoliciesAudit RequirementsSupplier InformationMulti-Site OperationsInventory Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process requisitions and issue purchase orders with accuracy and speed
Ensure correct pricing, terms, and supplier information across all transactions
Track open orders, expedite deliveries, and resolve order discrepancies
Serve as the primary point of contact for suppliers on daily order-related questions
Obtain quotes, compare vendor options, and support pricing verification
Maintain procurement data and documentation within the ERP system
Collaborate with inventory, warehouse, and operations teams to ensure timely receipt of materials
Support procurement reporting and continuous improvement efforts
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, approval workflows, and audit requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through
Experience with ERP systems such as Acumatica, SAP, Oracle, or similar strongly preferred
Excellent communication skills and a customer service mindset
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-moving environment
Experience supporting multi-site or inventory-driven operations preferred
Familiarity with supplier management or sourcing activities preferred
Intermediate Excel skills and comfort working with data preferred
Must have US work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship
References expected upon request
Some travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
401(k) contribution
Paid holidays
PTO