Entry-Level Procurement Associate: Vendor Negotiations

Evers & Sons Inc.; Caldwell (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Evers & Sons Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented purchasing professional to manage procurement activities, evaluate vendors, source products, and negotiate prices. The role monitors orders through receipt, verifies deliveries, and assigns costs in the accounting system.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, solid MS Office proficiency, and understands basic accounting principles. This is a full-time position based in Texas with standard business hours and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and/or bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in a relevant field.
• At least one year of experience in related field roles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vendor research, setup, and manage relationships to ensure vendor quality and procurement needs.
• Evaluate and analyze supplier offers to ensure best value for the company.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and foster long-term relationships.
• Generate purchase orders in line with company policies.
• Monitor order statuses to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Inspect goods quality against company standards.
• Maintain meticulous purchase records with product and invoice details.
• Allocate purchase costs to project phases in the accounting software.
• Utilize MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and related software to track and report procurement activities.
• Operate office equipment and technology safely and efficiently.
• Identify and report safety hazards to the supervisor.
• Maintain professionalism in all vendor/customer interactions.
• Complete required certifications/training as requested.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

GAAP knowledge

Education

High school diploma or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Evers & Sons Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented purchasing professional to manage procurement activities, evaluate vendors, source products, and negotiate prices. The role monitors orders through receipt, verifies deliveries, and assigns costs in the accounting system.

The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, solid MS Office proficiency, and understands basic accounting principles. This is a full-time position based in Texas with standard business hours and occasional overtime.