Procurement Support Specialist

North Alamo Water Supply Corporation; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

North Alamo Water Supply Corporation in Edinburg, TX, seeks a Purchasing Assistant for full-time work at the corporate office. Reports to the Purchasing Agent and supports procurement activities across departments to ensure compliant, cost-effective purchasing outcomes.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational abilities, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Candidates with procurement experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong customer relations and interpersonal skills essential.
• PC literacy and knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in a highly stressful environment with interruptions.
• Attention to detail and high concentration.
• Good organizational, interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Purchasing Agent with administrative tasks.
• Ensure purchases follow the purchase order procedures.
• Collaborate with managers and vendors to achieve best purchase outcomes.
• Review orders for accuracy and billing.
• Assist in interpreting procurement policies with department managers.
• Support project overlays and maintain accurate reporting of purchases.
• Participate in required corporate training programs.
• Comply with federal and state regulations and corporate policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer relations

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

North Alamo Water Supply Corporation in Edinburg, TX, seeks a Purchasing Assistant for full-time work at the corporate office. Reports to the Purchasing Agent and supports procurement activities across departments to ensure compliant, cost-effective purchasing outcomes.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and organizational abilities, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Candidates with procurement experience are preferred.