Strategic Purchasing Specialist

Ingersoll-Rand; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support operations in Austin, TX. The role focuses on sourcing, ordering, and receiving goods and services with strong vendor relationship management.

The position emphasizes accurate purchase order processing, timely payments, inventory coordination, and proactive communication with internal teams and suppliers to maintain smooth procurement workflows.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of procurement experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Vendor management: maintain vendor files, onboarding, negotiate terms, and monitor performance.
• Purchase order administration: process requisitions, issue POs, ensure policy compliance.
• Vendor payment coordination: assemble documents and support timely payments.
• Inventory support: track stock levels and coordinate with teams for supply availability.
• Shipment & logistics communication: provide timely updates on status and delays.
• Continuous improvement: identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes and reduce costs.

Skills

Vendor management

Purchase order administration

Vendor payment coordination

Inventory support

Shipment & logistics communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, accounting, or related field

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support operations in Austin, TX. The role focuses on sourcing, ordering, and receiving goods and services with strong vendor relationship management.

The position emphasizes accurate purchase order processing, timely payments, inventory coordination, and proactive communication with internal teams and suppliers to maintain smooth procurement workflows.