We are looking for a detail-oriented Buyer/Purchasing specialist to support procurement activities for a long-term contract opportunity in Texas. This position focuses on sourcing materials and services, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring purchasing activities are completed accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial judgment, pricing analysis skills, and hands-on experience managing purchase orders in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the full purchasing cycle, from preparing requisitions to issuing and tracking purchase orders for materials and services.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers to support timely deliveries, accurate order fulfillment, and consistent service levels.
- Review vendor proposals and negotiate pricing, terms, and contract conditions to achieve cost-effective purchasing outcomes.
- Use Viewpoint Vista to generate purchasing documentation, monitor order activity, and maintain organized procurement records.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to confirm specifications, required quantities, and delivery timelines before releasing orders.
- Evaluate customer pricing and market information to support purchasing decisions and identify savings opportunities.
- Resolve order discrepancies, supplier issues, and invoice-related concerns by working closely with vendors and internal teams.
- Experience in a buyer or purchasing role with responsibility for purchase order management and vendor coordination.
- Proficiency using Viewpoint Vista or comparable purchasing and enterprise resource planning systems.
- Working knowledge of vendor contracts, pricing negotiations, and supplier relationship management.
- Ability to prepare purchasing documents accurately and manage multiple requests within established deadlines.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess pricing, compare quotes, and support cost-conscious decisions.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with vendors and cross-functional teams.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills in maintaining procurement records and tracking order status.