Procurement Admin Assistant

sulzer; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off 15 days

Company-paid holidays 12

401k plan with 6% match

Health plan (medical, dental, vision)

Health savings account matching

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid paternal leave

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking a Jr. Procurement Officer to support procurement activities, including orders, supplier communication, and documentation.

This early-career role works under close supervision to gain experience in purchasing goods and services, with a focus on data entry and vendor coordination. Responsibilities include assisting with POs, expediting orders, gathering vendor terms, and maintaining ERP records.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Some college required.
• 1-3 years of admin experience preferred.
• Clear oral and written communication required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Must be a team player with a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with purchase orders and forward information to Procurement Specialist for processing.
• Expedite open purchase orders for delivery and pricing information; input into the PO.
• Follow up with critical vendors for terms/conditions and file in ERP vendor files.
• Enter data into ERP system for vendor setup (VMD).
• Obtain insurance and terms for critical sub-contractors for on-site use at Sulzer.
• Provide clerical support to Procurement Department as needed.
• This position is hourly (8-5) and reports to Procurement Supervisor.

Skills

Clear communication

Team player

Growth mindset

Education

Diploma/Some college

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the role

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

Job Summary

The Jr. Procurement Officer is responsible for supporting procurement activities including order processing, supplier communication, and documentation. This role assists in ensuring timely and accurate purchasing of goods and services under close supervision. This job profile is intended for early-career professionals who apply broad theoretical knowledge and require the ability to investigate and analyse problems. Solutions are typically discussed/verified with a more senior member. JOB DESCRIPTION (Revised 7/2026)

POSITION: Procurement Administrative Assistant

REPORTS TO: Procurement Supervisor

FUNCTIONS: Responsibilities shall include the following:

• Procurement Department
  • Assist with purchase orders and to forward related information to Procurement Specialist for process.
  • Expedite all open purchase orders for delivery and pricing information and input that information into the respective purchase order.
  • Follow up and attain information from all critical vendors for terms and conditions and to file the information within those vendor files in the ERP system.
  • Enter data into VMD system for vendor set up.
  • Obtain insurance, terms & conditions, and all related documents for all critical sub-contractors, to be valid for on site use at Sulzer.
  • To provide clerical assistance as needed for the Procurement Department.
  • This position is hourly (8-5) and will report directly to the Procurement Supervisor.
• Qualification / Skills
  • Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. *must have 1-3 yrs of admin experience*
  • Minimum education level: Diploma/Some college
  • Clear communication, both oral and written
  • Must be able to work in a fast paced, sometimes high stress environment.
  • Must be a team player with a growth mindset.

What we offer you

• 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
• 401k plan with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
• Health savings account matching
• Motivating wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid paternal leave
• Gym reimbursement

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.