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Houston - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

Job Description

Procurement Specialist

Our client seeks a Procurement Specialist to join their rapidly growing team. The Procurement Specialist role is responsible for managing and optimizing complex procurement processes. This position involves developing strategic sourcing initiatives negotiating and managing high-value contracts and maintaining strong vendor relationships. The role requires deep expertise in procurement best practices standardized processes and procedures with a comprehensive understanding of a multitude of Industrial and Safety Categories in the Oil and Gas industry for the Upstream Downstream and Midstream markets.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Strategic Sourcing and Cost Management:

  • Negotiate with suppliers and execute pricing strategies to optimize costs mitigate risks and enhance overall procurement efficiency

  1. Vendor Relationship Management:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and partners

  • Conduct regular performance reviews and collaborate with vendors to drive continuous improvement

  • Collaborate with the Catalog Maintenance team on vendor maintenance including pricing tiers vendor price types promotions and points of contact

  • Support the Accounts Payables team to ensure prompt payment status with vendors

  1. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders including finance operations and project management to understand procurement needs and align strategies accordingly

  • Provide procurement expertise and guidance to cross-functional teams

  1. Procurement Process Optimization and Operational Efficiency:

  • Oversee the end-to-end procurement process identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices

  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies industry regulations and legal requirements

  • Oversee the procurement process from requisition to delivery optimizing efficiency and reducing lead times

  • Implement and maintain procurement best practices including ERP demand planning checklists automated replenishment plans (ARPs) and warehouse transfers

  • Manage service desk tickets and respond to business requests within agreed SLAs

  1. Technology Utilization:

  • Utilize procurement technologies and tools to streamline processes and enhance efficiency

  • Utilize and train others on standard operating procedures established in multiple software systems

  • Proficient in ERP Infor CSD Procurement Platform PHOCAS Leverage AI and Service Desk Plus

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in procurement with a significant focus on the Oil and Gas industry preferably Pipe Valves and Fittings products

  • Proven track record in strategic sourcing contract negotiation and vendor management

  • Strong understanding of procurement technologies and best practices

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

  • Industry Knowledge Preferred but not mandatory

  • Proficient in Oil and Gas procurement with a high-level understanding of the O&G industry including Upstream Downstream Midstream and PVF sector

  • In-depth knowledge of PVF industry compliance quality assurance and networking.

  • Maintain and leverage existing supplier relationships within the PVF industry for organizational benefit

Advatix Inc. is one of the worlds leading providers of e-commerce Supply Chain and Logistics Consulting Services and Solutions that enable its clients to transform their operations for speed service and cost of fulfillment and delivery of goods and services. We are committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against racenationality religion age marital status physical or mental disability sexual orientation gender orgender identity. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualied individual to apply. We are an EEOCEmployer.


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Senior IC

Employment Type

Full-Time

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Procurement

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