Sourcing Specialist/Buyer

Orion Engineering Services Limited; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Houston is seeking a Sourcing Specialist I to manage the buying process for goods and services. The role involves liaising with suppliers, ensuring adherence to specifications, and maintaining supplier relationships. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and leadership skills, with a background in buying or procurement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of sourcing experience with a high school diploma.
• At least 3 years of experience in buying or procurement roles.

Responsibilities

• Issue and follow up on Purchase Orders (POs).
• Maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Advise functional managers on sourcing-related projects.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Posting Title: Sourcing Specialist I – Buying/Procurement
Location: Houston, TX – 575 N. Dairy Ashford Rd
Duration:May - November

Position Summary We are seeking a Sourcing Specialist I to manage the buying process for a designated set of goods and services. The ideal candidate will apply sourcing policies and serve as the liaison between internal stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring adherence to specifications and budgetary requirements. This role demands a comprehensive understanding and application of sourcing methodologies within a structured organizational context.

Key Responsibilities

• Issue and follow up on Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure successful execution by suppliers.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to resolve issues, manage schedule changes, and ensure timely delivery.
• Update ERP systems to reflect changes and progress.
• Advise functional managers on sourcing-related projects, processes, and best practices.
• Collaborate with team members and lead small projects with defined goals and timelines.
• Drive results that typically materialize within 2–12 months of implementation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution OR a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years of sourcing experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in buying or procurement roles.

Preferred Skills and Attributes

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead small teams and influence internal stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects concurrently.
• Effective at identifying problems and implementing solutions.
• Strong analytical and organizational capabilities.

If you're a detail-oriented professional with a knack for procurement and supplier management, we invite you to apply for this impactful role in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Our role in supportingdiversityandinclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.