Senior Procurement Specialist

Cajun Industries, LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajun Industries, LLC is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to execute complex procurement activities under the direction of the Procurement Manager. You will manage RFQ/RFPs, vendor relationships, and PO execution to ensure on-time delivery and cost effectiveness.

The role emphasizes negotiation, data analysis, and collaboration with Estimating and Projects teams to optimize requisitions and quotes while maintaining safety and ethics standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of relevant procurement experience.
• Four years in an industrial construction company and/or engineering firm.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Builds and maintains vendor relationships to obtain competitive pricing.
• Collaborates with Estimating and Projects teams to build requisitions, solicit quotes, review proposals, and execute orders.
• Lead RFQ/RFP packages through all procurement stages to PO execution.
• Expedites vendor quotes and negotiates terms and conditions for standard POs.
• Responds to RFIs in a timely manner and identifies cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintains procurement logs and approves vendor invoices as assigned.
• Mentors procurement specialists and supports procurement team duties.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Overview

The Senior Procurement Specialist is responsible for executing complex procurement functions with direction from the Procurement Manager. Duties to include (but are not limited to) RFQ/RFP creation and solicitation, RFI management, quote/proposal review, executing purchase orders, vendor relationship management, and other duties as assigned.

The Senior Procurement Specialist will conduct business in accordance with Cajun Industries’ Best Practices and Code of Ethics and be an active participant in the continuous development of the safety culture at Cajun Industries.

Responsibilities

• Builds and maintains a working relationship with vendors to obtain competitive pricing
• Works with Estimating and Projects teams to build requisitions, solicit quotes, review proposals, and execute orders
• Ability to take an RFQ/RFP package through all stages of the procurement process ending in the execution of a purchase order
• Expedites vendor quotes
• Negotiate the first pass on Terms and Conditions for standard purchase orders, prior to execution, with review and support from the Procurement Manager
• Answers RFIs in a timely manner
• Identify cost saving opportunities and work with the procurement strategy to reduce costs without compromising quality or delivery schedule
• Maintains record of quotes, purchase orders, and applicable procurement logs
• Resolve and approve vendor invoices as assigned
• Reviews expediting reports with Expeditors to ensure orders are on time and reports any delays to the appropriate stakeholders
• Supports Procurement Specialists in their job duties as needed
• Mentors Procurement Specialists in learning the duties of a Sr. Procurement Specialist
• Attends and participates in meetings as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of seven years of relevant experience in Procurement required with four years of experience in an Industrial construction company and/or engineering firm
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)

Education

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Construction Management, or related field from an accredited college/university is preferred

Physical

• Remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods during office work and meetings.
• Operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information in person, electronically, and during virtual or telephone meetings.

Mental

• Direct, collaborate with, and communicate with executives, clients, and project teams.
• Interpret and apply company policies, safety protocols, and written instructions.
• Perform mathematical calculations, analyze business data, and review project estimates.
• Maintain accuracy, productivity, and attention to detail while managing competing priorities in an active office environment with frequent interruptions.
• Process, retain, and manage complex project details, contractual requirements, and client data.