Procurement Specialist

Position Overview

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for purchasing the products and services the company needs to operate efficiently, cost-effectively, and without interruption. While this role is for our client, it also provides procurement support to their sister company. The goal is to create consistency, leverage buying power, and improve vendor performance across both companies. This role works closely with all departments to understand needs, source reliable vendors, negotiate fair pricing, and maintain strong, professional supplier relationships. Success means getting the right materials and services at the right time, at the right cost, while protecting both companies’ integrity and financial strength.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase materials, supplies, equipment, and services for two entities.
• Ensure purchases align with approved budgets, quality requirements, and delivery timelines.
• Manage purchase orders, confirmations, delivery tracking, and order accuracy.
• Maintain clear documentation of pricing, terms, and procurement history for both companies.
• Identify, qualify, and manage vendors supplying products and services to both organizations.
• Conduct vendor performance reviews and resolve issues in a professional, direct manner.
• Ensure all agreements meet the financial and operational requirements of the two entities.
• Enforce the strict “no gifts, no gratuities, no influence” policy at all times.
• Research market pricing, alternatives, and volume opportunities across both companies.
• Negotiate contracts and terms that create practical, measurable cost savings.
• Support Finance & Admin teams with budget planning, forecasting, and cost-control insights.
• Recommend standardization, consolidation, or vendor alternatives when beneficial.
• Work with Operations to plan inventory needs, timing, lead times, and delivery schedules.
• Support Sales when product availability or pricing affects customer commitments.
• Partner with both Leadership and Management Teams to align procurement activities with strategic priorities.
• Ensure seamless communication and coordination between the two entities' operations.
• Maintain accurate procurement files, vendor lists, pricing logs, and approval documentation.
• Follow all internal financial controls and approval authority rules for both companies.
• Help build and refine simple, scalable procurement processes as operations grow.
• Use EOS tools (Scorecard, Rocks, L10s) to maintain discipline and transparency.

Qualifications

Required:

• Procurement or purchasing experience in construction materials, manufacturing, or similar industries.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication skills to support multiple teams and priorities.
• Highly organized, disciplined, and detail-oriented with strong follow-through.
• Ability to analyze pricing, evaluate alternatives, and recommend best-value solutions.
• High ethical standards with zero tolerance for gifts, favors, or vendor influence .
• Familiarity with EOS, or willingness to adopt its tools and accountability systems.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience sourcing and purchasing within manufacturing, supply chain, or construction materials environments.

What We Offer

We value our employees and provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.