Strategic Procurement Analyst:Sourcing & Vendor Negotiation

LHH; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Analyst to support sourcing, supplier management, contract administration, and cost-effective purchasing strategies. You will drive projects from request to closeout, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include RFPs/RFQs, supplier evaluation, contract negotiations, budgeting support, and vendor performance tracking. The role blends office work with onsite supplier visits and cross-functional partnership.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain.
• Experience developing and evaluating RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of purchasing practices, contracts, and vendor management.
• Understanding of budgeting and basic accounting principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and procurement projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and issue RFPs, RFQs, and bid specifications.
• Source qualified suppliers and evaluate proposals based on quality, service, and cost.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements with vendors.
• Conduct vendor meetings, site visits, and project walkthroughs.
• Create scopes of work and support vendor selection processes.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure contract compliance.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs and priorities.
• Coordinate with Legal on contract review, execution, renewals, and amendments.
• Collaborate with Finance and Accounting on purchase orders, invoice approvals, and vendor payments.
• Maintain vendor databases and procurement documentation.
• Support procurement policy development and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with budgeting activities related to contracted services.
• Track procurement activity and provide regular status updates.
• Participate in bid review committees and supplier evaluations.
• Purchase and track inventory, supplies, and services as needed

Skills

Procurement experience

RFP/RFQ development

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Budgeting knowledge

Communication skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Project coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

LHH is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Analyst to support sourcing, supplier management, contract administration, and cost-effective purchasing strategies. You will drive projects from request to closeout, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include RFPs/RFQs, supplier evaluation, contract negotiations, budgeting support, and vendor performance tracking. The role blends office work with onsite supplier visits and cross-functional partnership.