Sourcing Specialist / Procurement

XRI Water; Midland (TX); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

XRI Water in Midland, TX is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to support procurement by executing day-to-day purchasing activities, RFQ coordination, and PO management. The role focuses on evaluating supplier capabilities, pricing, and ensuring compliance with HSE and internal policies.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in a related field and at least 3 years in procurement, comfortable with Excel and ERP systems, and enjoys cross-functional collaboration with operations and engineering.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of procurement, purchasing, or sourcing experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and exposure to ERP software (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite/OpenInvoice).
• Ability to interpret spend data and evaluate vendor quotes.

Responsabilités

• Verify and evaluate supplier capabilities and pre-qualification setup.
• Initiate and coordinate RFQs and proposal evaluations.
• Enter data and verify in the vendor management system.
• Prepare sourcing analysis reports and interpret results.
• Coordinate vendor qualifications, pricing logs, and internal/external communications.
• Engage with suppliers to compare bids and achieve cost savings.
• Identify backup sources and address supply chain/cost issues.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to meet field needs promptly.
• Adhere to all HSE policies and supplier risk procedures.

Connaissances

Procurement experience

Vendor management

Negotiation

Communication

Data analysis

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field

Outils

Excel

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

OpenInvoice

Description du poste

Job Title

Sourcing Specialist

Department

Procurement

Location

Midland, TX - In Office

Purpose

The Sourcing Specialist supports the Procurement Department by executing day-to-day purchasing activities to support the Operations, Engineering, and other related company development teams. This role focuses on executing routine quote requests, compiling bid comparison reports, assisting with coordination for vendor deliveries, managing purchase orders, and ensuring compliance.

Role/Responsibilities

• Verify and evaluate supplier capabilities and pre-qualification set up
• Initiates, prepares, and coordinates Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and proposal evaluations
• Data entry and verification in the vendor management system
• Sourcing analysis report construction and interpretation
• Process vendor qualifications, master agreements, pricing logs, and strategic internal/external communications
• Interacts with suppliers to evaluate competitive bidding and secure total cost savings
• Contact current and alternative suppliers to identify backup sources and resolve recurring supply chain or cost discrepancies
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to align supplier selections with field operational needs promptly and efficiently
• Follow all HSE policies and supplier risk management procedures
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of procurement, purchasing, or commercial sourcing experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data validation, formulas) and basic exposure to ERP software (SAP, Oracle, or dynamic asset tracking systems); NetSuite & OpenInvoice is a plus.
• Competency in interpreting spend data, constructing basic financial reports, and evaluating competing vendor quotes.
• Strong professional written and verbal skills for negotiating with external suppliers and coordinating with internal field operations.
• Must be flexible in a changing work environment, available to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
• Occasional reaching, kneeling, and lifting up to 20 lbs.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

XRI is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.