Procurement Specialist

AKSA Power Generation USA , in Conroe, Texas, is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our fun and fast-paced team. We are looking for someone who has a passion for problem-solving, enjoys working with a creative and diverse group of people, and can take initiative to research and develop innovative solutions!

This is clerical and technical work involved in the volume purchasing of equipment, materials, and supplies at sites remote from the OUR office. The work involves initiating purchase requests and keeping track of the stages through which each order is routed until receipt and payment. Work also involves shipping and receiving responsibilities for materials purchased including filing damage claims and shipping out materials being returned for various reasons.

Work is usually performed under general supervision and requires the use of independent judgment and initiative while continuing to work within defined university procurement policies and procedures.

• Receives purchases and check requests from throughout the facility, checks for accuracy, and forwards them to OUR procurement office
• Maintains contact with vendors regarding orders and merchandise, new products, market conditions, and trends; coordinates purchasing from on-site vendors not associated with OUR procurement operations
• Receives, inspects, and distributes merchandise to appropriate individuals, files damage claims with freight companies or vendors
• Identifies minority firms as possible suppliers
• Prepares periodic reports related to purchasing, inventory control, and shipping and receiving within the local operation
• Conducts annual on-site inventory, prepares inventory listings to include the location and status of all equipment
• Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of supplies and equipment; conducts cost/quality comparisons prior to submitting requests to procurement office
• Confers with officials from all OUR units to determine purchasing needs and specifications
• Obtains and updates information on open market and contract purchase prices
• Coordinates expenditure records with university accounts payable to assure prompt and accurate payment to on-site and off-site vendors
• Performs related work as required

• Education Background Graduation from a standard high school (GED). Some College and/or technical knowledge in supply chain
• Work Experience 2-5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management. SAP or ERP experience