Procurement Specialist

About Company
HonorVet Technologies (SDVOSB) is a certified veteran owned staffing and workforce solutions company recognized for its industry certifications, commitment to quality talent acquisition, and excellence in delivering IT, healthcare, federal, state, and SLED (State, Local, and Education) staffing services, helping organizations build reliable, compliant, and high performing teams across mission critical sectors.

Procurement Specialist
Location: Alvarado, TX 76009
Duration: 4+ Month of Contract with possibility of extension and FTE
Shift: Monday–Friday, (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)

 
Professional summary

• Under direct supervision, plans sourcing of goods and services to support manufacturing, field operations, technology, or project management strategic plans at the plant level.
• Completes with and executes Category Management strategies in accordance with policies and procedures. Issues purchase orders in response to material requirements established by manufacturing, field operations, or projects.
• Implement agreements for local procurement of goods and services not covered under Category Management.
• Creates requests for quotations (RFQ) and organizes competitive biddings from various suppliers to obtain the best quality, delivery, and price for goods and services.
• Assesses supplier performance. Job tasks, correctly performed, impact indirectly on cost containment, efficiency, profitability or operations.
• 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.). Purchase to Pay knowledge is desirable.

 
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a procurement, purchasing, or production environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and general computer applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management abilities.

 
Key Skills Required

• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and general business applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally via phone and email.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and workload management skills with attention to detail. 

 
Primary Responsibilities

• Support sourcing and procurement activities for manufacturing, field operations, technology, and project teams.
• Execute Category Management strategies while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Create, process, and manage purchase orders based on business requirements.
• Prepare Requests for Quotation (RFQs), coordinate supplier bidding processes, and evaluate vendor proposals.
• Monitor supplier performance and assist in resolving procurement-related issues.
• Support local purchasing activities for goods and services not covered under existing procurement agreements.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and procurement documentation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely procurement of materials and services.
• Contribute to cost savings, operational efficiency, and continuous process improvements.

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Knowledge of Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
• Professional procurement certifications such as Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) are preferred.