Strategic Procurement Specialist

Sarens; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 paid holidays

Paid time off

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

STD, LTD, and Life policy

Job summary

Sarens is seeking an experienced Procurement professional to manage material requisitions, supplier relationships, and purchasing operations to support manufacturing needs. You will create and oversee purchase orders, ensuring accurate pricing, quantities, and terms to meet deadlines.

The role requires 5+ years in purchasing, proficiency with Oracle, COUPA, and SAP, and strong negotiation and supplier-management skills to keep materials flowing on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma minimum; business or supply chain degree preferred.
• Experience: 5+ years in purchasing or related roles.
• Technical skills: Microsoft Office, procurement systems (e.g., Oracle, COUPA), SAP.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions for accuracy and compliance.
• Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring correct pricing, quantities, and terms.
• Track shipments and delivery timelines, addressing delays or discrepancies.
• Maintain procurement documentation, including contracts, supplier records, and audit-ready files.
• Support cross-functional teams with procurement-related tasks.
• Assist with invoice reconciliation to resolve billing discrepancies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Negotiation

Supplier management

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Business or supply chain degree preferred

Tools

Oracle

COUPA

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sarens is seeking an experienced Procurement professional to manage material requisitions, supplier relationships, and purchasing operations to support manufacturing needs. You will create and oversee purchase orders, ensuring accurate pricing, quantities, and terms to meet deadlines.

The role requires 5+ years in purchasing, proficiency with Oracle, COUPA, and SAP, and strong negotiation and supplier-management skills to keep materials flowing on time and within budget.