Procurement Specialist

Danos; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in marine operations is looking for a procurement support specialist based in Houston, TX. This hybrid role involves purchasing tasks, logistics coordination, and vendor communication, requiring strong organizational skills and fluency in Microsoft Office. Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years' experience in supply chain, ideally within the oil and gas industry. Occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or purchasing.
• Must be a Houston-local candidate.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process new purchase requisitions and issue RFQs.
• Coordinate logistics support for assigned vessels.
• Communicate effectively with international stakeholders.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Work Order Management Systems (e.g., IBM Maximo)

Job description

Overview

This position provides critical support within a procurement operations team, focusing on purchasing, logistics coordination, and vendor communication for marine operations. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This is a hybrid position based in Houston, TX, with occasional travel to San Ramon, CA (up to 3 times per year).

Responsibilities

• Process new purchase requisitions and issue Requests for Quotes (RFQs)

• Coordinate logistics support for assigned vessels

• Review and approve vendor invoices

• Communicate effectively with international stakeholders, occasionally outside standard business hours

• Travel to San Ramon, CA up to three times annually as directed

• Participate in virtual interviews and onboarding processes as required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelors degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field preferred.

• 2–4 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or purchasing; Oil and gas industry experience preferred.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment

• Must be a Houston-local candidate

• Experience with work order management systems (e.g., IBM Maximo)

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Flexible and culturally aware, with a collaborative mindset