Procurement Specialist - Junior Buyer

Valence Surface Technologies; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Valence Surface Technologies in The Woodlands, TX seeks an experienced Purchasing professional to manage supplier relations, secure inventory, and optimize procurement processes. You will place orders, verify deliveries, and monitor pricing to ensure best value while maintaining precise records.

The role requires 5+ years in purchasing, strong ERP and MS Office skills, and the ability to work with production teams to meet ISO standards and delivery targets.

Qualifications

• Analytical skills to evaluate suppliers, pricing, and market trends.
• Attention to detail for accurate order processing and record-keeping.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills for vendor interactions.
• Familiarity with inventory management and ERP systems to track orders and manage procurement efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Place orders with suppliers and manage documentation.
• Coordinate with receiving team to account for deliveries.
• Secure inventory and verify delivery to appropriate personnel.
• Evaluate items and vendors for best value in price and service.
• Research inventory to identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Verify deliveries against purchase orders for accuracy.
• Interact with suppliers to resolve delivery issues and delays.
• Create purchase orders for materials acquisition.
• Review inventories regularly and reorder supplies as needed.
• Compare invoices and PO pricing and route to accounting for payment.
• Maintain accessible records by sorting and filing documents.
• Manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Communicate with suppliers to negotiate pricing and confirm specs.
• Conduct market research to identify vendors and procurement strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Valence Surface Technologies in The Woodlands, TX seeks an experienced Purchasing professional to manage supplier relations, secure inventory, and optimize procurement processes. You will place orders, verify deliveries, and monitor pricing to ensure best value while maintaining precise records.

The role requires 5+ years in purchasing, strong ERP and MS Office skills, and the ability to work with production teams to meet ISO standards and delivery targets.