Procurement Agent

Crane Worldwide Logistics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Incentive Plan

PTO 17 days/year

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Crane Worldwide Logistics in Houston, TX is seeking a procurement professional to manage RFQs/RFPs, evaluate supplier quotations, and optimize purchasing processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate pricing, terms, and delivery, while expediting orders to meet timelines.

The role emphasizes supplier relationship development, spend analytics, and cost-reduction initiatives through competitive bidding and negotiation, in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, logistics, finance, or related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
• Experience in logistics, transportation, warehousing, or 3PL environment preferred.
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa, or similar P2P platforms).

Responsibilities

• Issue RFQs/RFPs for assigned categories and evaluate supplier quotations.
• Ensure accuracy of pricing, delivery terms, and specifications.
• Expedite orders to meet operational timelines.
• Maintain and develop supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and delivery issues.
• Support cost reduction initiatives through competitive bidding and negotiation.
• Conduct price benchmarking and total cost analysis.
• Partner with operations teams to understand material/service requirements.
• Analyze spend data to identify trends and sourcing opportunities.
• Track market trends, supply risks, and cost drivers to support informed purchasing decisions.
• Support inventory management efforts to prevent shortages or excess stock.

Skills

FQ/RFP development and evaluation

Purchase-to-pay process management

Spend analysis and cost modeling

MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Interpersonal communication

Team work and adaptability

Time management and organization

Initiative and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, Finance, or related field

Professional certification may be required

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa)

Job description

Location: IAH1 USA Houston TX, 1500 Rankin Road, Houston, TX 77073, USA

Responsibilities

• Issue RFQs/RFPs for assigned categories and evaluate supplier quotations.
• Ensure accuracy of pricing, delivery terms, and specifications.
• Expedite orders to meet operational timelines.
• Maintain and develop supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, and on‑time delivery.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and delivery issues.
• Support cost reduction initiatives through competitive bidding and negotiation.
• Conduct price benchmarking and total cost analysis.
• Partner with operations teams to understand material/service requirements.
• Analyze spend data to identify trends and sourcing opportunities.
• Track market trends, supply risks, and cost drivers to support informed purchasing decisions.
• Support inventory management efforts to prevent shortages or excess stock.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• FQ/RFP development and evaluation.
• Purchase‑to‑pay process management.
• Spend analysis and cost modeling.
• Expert/Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written, and comprehension).
• Highly motivated and energetic with a proven ability to work in a fast‑paced and continually changing environment.
• Ability to operate independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to work with technical and non‑technical staff at all levels.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates initiative and adaptability.

Physical Requirements

• Talking, hearing and using hands to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Attendance and presence at work‑site is an expectation.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3–6 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
• Experience in logistics, transportation, warehousing, or 3PL environment preferred.
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa, or similar P2P platforms).

Certifications and Licenses

• Professional certification may be required in some areas.

Benefits

At Crane, we believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits at a Great Place to Work.

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

Employment Information

This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify Check.

We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.