Purchasing Specialist
Kemah, TX
Experience: 0
Category: Accounting & Finance
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Brand: System One
Job ID: 376171
Date Posted: 06/29/2026
Shortcut: http://jobs.systemone.com/mmRLNz
Job Title: Purchasing Specialist
Location: Kemah, TX 77565
Type: Direct Hire
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8-5, flexible hours
Company Overview
An established and growing concrete solutions organization is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join its operations team. This position plays a key role in ensuring the timely procurement of goods and services while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting cost-effective purchasing strategies. The organization offers a collaborative environment where employees have the opportunity to contribute to operational success and continuous improvement.
Position Summary
The Purchasing Specialist will manage the procurement process from supplier sourcing through purchase order execution and delivery. This individual will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure materials and supplies are available when needed while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen vendor partnerships. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers to meet quality, pricing, and delivery expectations
- Solicit quotes and negotiate pricing, terms, and purchasing agreements
- Prepare and manage purchase orders through the company's ERP system
- Coordinate with internal departments to ensure purchasing needs are met in a timely manner
- Monitor inventory levels and proactively address potential shortages
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships while evaluating supplier performance
- Resolve purchasing issues including pricing discrepancies, damaged goods, and shipment delays
- Analyze purchasing data and spending trends to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation
- Support ongoing process improvements and other purchasing initiatives as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred
- 3-5 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience
- Experience using ERP systems is preferred
- Knowledge of purchasing principles, vendor management, and procurement best practices
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Professional approach to vendor and internal stakeholder relationships
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting purchasing operations, improving supplier performance, and contributing to the organization's overall success.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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