Procurement Buyer I – Contract-to-Hire (Manufacturing)

Jobot; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Buyer I for a 6–8 month contract in Humble, TX, with potential to convert to permanent. You will support purchasing, sourcing, supplier coordination, and PO management in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires 1+ year in purchasing, strong negotiation and planning skills, and experience with ERP systems and Excel. Office-based with normal manufacturing floor exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration or related field.
• 1+ years in purchasing, procurement, materials management, or related function.
• Exposure to supply chain management, supplier quality systems, and sourcing strategies.
• Understanding of economic factors affecting purchasing decisions.
• Knowledge of commodities, manufacturing processes, materials management, and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Review purchase requests, verify specifications, and prepare RFQs.
• Monitor inventory usage and determine procurement levels to support operations.
• Communicate with approved suppliers for pricing, specs, and delivery.
• Analyze supplier bids to determine best overall value.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and conditions while complying with policies.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and ensure timely processing.
• Expedite orders to meet delivery deadlines.
• Resolve discrepancies in POs, quantities, and pricing.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships and onboard new vendors.
• Maintain procurement records including costs and performance metrics.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support cost-reduction initiatives.
• Assist with supplier contracts negotiations including terms and stock programs.

Skills

Negotiation

Planning

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Excel

ERP systems

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration

Tools

Oracle Fusion

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Jobot seeks a Buyer I for a 6–8 month contract in Humble, TX, with potential to convert to permanent. You will support purchasing, sourcing, supplier coordination, and PO management in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires 1+ year in purchasing, strong negotiation and planning skills, and experience with ERP systems and Excel. Office-based with normal manufacturing floor exposure.