Procurement Specialist

Description We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support daily purchasing operations for a manufacturing organization serving the Latin America region. This contract opportunity is based in Houston, Texas, and is ideal for a bilingual candidate who is comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment. The role centers on purchase-to-pay execution, supplier coordination, and issue resolution to help keep procurement activities moving efficiently.

Responsibilities:

- Create and process purchase requisitions within the company's procurement and ERP systems to support ongoing business needs.

- Monitor open orders and coordinate with internal teams to ensure goods receipts are completed accurately and on time.

- Investigate routine invoice issues and work with stakeholders to resolve mismatches that may delay payment.

- Provide front-line assistance for purchase-to-pay questions, guiding users through standard procurement processes.

- Support day-to-day buying activities for the Latin America region while maintaining accuracy and compliance with internal procedures.

- Communicate with vendors and cross-functional partners to track order status, clarify documentation, and address transactional concerns.

- Maintain procurement records and system data to promote visibility, consistency, and reliable reporting.

- Work independently under the guidance of the procurement lead to manage operational tasks and meet service expectations. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing support, or a related supply chain function.

- Strong working proficiency in Spanish and English, with the ability to support stakeholders in the Latin America region.

- Hands-on experience with procurement, P2P, or ERP platforms such as Coupa, CRM systems, or other enterprise tools.

- Solid understanding of purchase requisition processing, goods receipt follow-up, and invoice issue resolution.

- Ability to manage routine operational work with minimal supervision and strong attention to detail.

- Familiarity with buying processes, budget-related workflows, and customer service in a procurement environment.

- Prior experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.

- Exposure to company-related systems or processes is a plus.

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