Procurement Specialist; Onsite: Alvarado, TX

The Procurement Specialist under direct supervision plans sourcing of goods and services to support manufacturing, field operations, technology, or project management strategic plans at the plant level.

• Pay Rate: Up to $50.00/hour, depending on experience.
• Assignment Length: 4-month contract with a high possibility of extension and/or conversion based on performance and other factors.
• Shift Details: Day Shift | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm | 40-hours per week

• Support sourcing and procurement activities across manufacturing, field operations, technology, and project management.
• Issue purchase orders in direct response to material requirements established by manufacturing, field operations, or project teams.
• Create Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and coordinate competitive bidding processes to secure the best quality, delivery, and pricing.
• Implement agreements for local procurement of goods and services not covered under broader Category Management.
• Execute and comply with established Category Management strategies, procurement policies, and procedures.
• Manage local procurement activities in strict alignment with organizational guidelines.
• Actively evaluate and assess supplier performance to ensure quality standards and delivery timelines are met.
• Contribute directly to cost containment, operational efficiency, profitability, and overall procurement effectiveness.

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in a technical, business, or similar discipline required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement or production environment.
• Advanced procurement certification preferred (CPM, etc.).
• Experience with SAP and other ERP systems preferred.
• Purchase to Pay knowledge is desirable.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, email, general systems proficiency).
• Effective communication skills (phone and email).
• Strong task and workload management abilities.