Procurement Specialist

COBRA INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITIES INC

Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Business Administration, Construction Engineering, Database Administration, Dental Insurance, Electrical Components, Electricity, External Audit, Health Insurance, Internal Audit, Logistics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Request for Proposals (RFP), Solar Power, Supply Chain Management, Technical Analysis, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Management
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Position Summary 
The Procurement Specialist willsupport the full procurement cycle, from request for quotation to negotiation and logistics follow‑up, working closely with Engineering, Construction and Suppliers. The incumbent will provide technical procurement support within the renewable or industrial sector. The acquisition of electrical and photovoltaic equipment such as inverters, transformers, solar panels is a main responsibility.


Key Responsibilities
·       Manage RFQs for main equipment
·       Analyse technical and commercial bid comparisons in coordination with Engineering.
·       Negotiate prices, lead times and conditions with national and international suppliers.
·       Issue purchase orders and perform logistics follow‑up until delivery on site.
·       Maintain the supplier database and qualification records up to date.
·       Support the preparation of framework agreements and supply contracts.
·       Monitor milestones, deadlines and technical documentation associated with each purchase.
·       Collaborate in internal and external audits of the Procurement department.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in technical procurement is required. Preferably this experience has been in renewable energy or electrical/industrial sectors.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or another related field is preferred
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Advanced Excel skills strongly preferred.
  • Prior experience working with equipment such as: Inverters, Transformers, PV Modules.
  • Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage multiple suppliers simultaneously.
  • Organized, proactive and quality‑oriented profile with strong deadline management
 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.

About the Company

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COBRA INDUSTRIAL ACTIVITIES INC