On-Site Procurement Specialist

Vitesse Systems; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitesse Systems is seeking a Purchasing/Procurement professional in Webster, TX, to manage purchase orders, communicate with vendors, and ensure on-time delivery of parts and materials. The role involves coordinating with engineering, inspecting shipments, and maintaining accurate purchasing records.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work with little supervision in a small, growing company that serves defense-related projects.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment and competing demands
• Ability to perform duties with little oversight or direction

Responsibilities

• Generate requests for quotes and purchase orders based on information provided by engineering and best practices
• Maintain effective relationships with approved suppliers
• Send requests for quotes to multiple suppliers for the same items
• Follow up with suppliers to receive quotes in a timely manner
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, and delivery
• Ensure timely delivery of items and follow up with vendors on late orders
• Receive and inspect items on delivery, verifying that quality requirements are met
• Notify management of any delivery, cost, or quality problems
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, traceability, and other important data
• Evaluate and maintain current database of supplier information
• Support kitting functions as needed
• Create build orders as needed
• Do not accept incentives from suppliers
• Maintain a safe, secure, and pleasant work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Adaptable

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Advanced Excel

Tools

Excel

Job description

Vitesse Systems is seeking a Purchasing/Procurement professional in Webster, TX, to manage purchase orders, communicate with vendors, and ensure on-time delivery of parts and materials. The role involves coordinating with engineering, inspecting shipments, and maintaining accurate purchasing records.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work with little supervision in a small, growing company that serves defense-related projects.