Strategic Procurement & Vendor Specialist

PYP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PYP in Houston, Texas is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage vendor data, facilitate communication with suppliers, and support procurement operations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and at least 1 year of experience in procurement. Key skills include proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, ability to perform arithmetic operations, and effective communication. Responsibilities include maintaining vendor scorecards, reconciling purchase orders, and generating supplier performance reports. This role requires occasional lifting and minimal travel.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• 1+ years of relevant experience in procurement or similar roles.
• College coursework and automotive background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain vendor data in internal systems.
• Review vendor order acknowledgments for accuracy.
• Facilitate communication with vendors and confirm orders.
• Maintain vendor scorecard for customer satisfaction.
• Reconcile purchase orders and invoices.
• Organize meetings for procurement operations efficiency.
• Assist in preparing and auditing RFPs.
• Generate various supplier performance reports.

Skills

Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Word & Excel

Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

Effective written and oral communication

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Education

High School graduate or G.E.D equivalent

1+ years of experience

Job description

PYP in Houston, Texas is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage vendor data, facilitate communication with suppliers, and support procurement operations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and at least 1 year of experience in procurement. Key skills include proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, ability to perform arithmetic operations, and effective communication. Responsibilities include maintaining vendor scorecards, reconciling purchase orders, and generating supplier performance reports. This role requires occasional lifting and minimal travel.