Procurement Specialist: Build Vendors & Optimize Costs

Thompson Safety, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Safety, LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Purchasing Associate to manage procurement for the region, build strong vendor relationships, and drive cost efficiency. The role emphasizes timely purchasing, supplier performance, and inventory control to support operations.

You will forecast needs, negotiate terms, monitor compliance, and analyze costs to optimize ROI while maintaining quality and service levels. Strong communication and organization are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Previous purchasing or logistics experience, preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Great written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in all Microsoft applications with the ability to quickly learn new inventory/purchasing systems.

Responsibilities

• Form and maintain strong vendor relations.
• Identify new suppliers and assist negotiating supply agreements and contracts as needed, including discount structures, volume rebates, shipping, etc.
• Identify opportunities for cost management/value addition.
• Forecast procurement needs and reorder points.
• Ensure supplier compliance with all company regulations and requirements, including documentation.
• Handle purchasing issues.
• Be responsible for resource and supply availability and timing.
• Perform cost analysis on items, quantities and holding costs.
• Increase ROI thru maintaining quality vendor relationships.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vendor relations

Cost analysis

Forecasting

Purchasing

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Inventory systems

Purchasing systems

Job description

Thompson Safety, LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Purchasing Associate to manage procurement for the region, build strong vendor relationships, and drive cost efficiency. The role emphasizes timely purchasing, supplier performance, and inventory control to support operations.

You will forecast needs, negotiate terms, monitor compliance, and analyze costs to optimize ROI while maintaining quality and service levels. Strong communication and organization are essential for success.