Procurement Specialist

The Procurement Specialist leads strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiates high-value supplier agreements, and drives cost reduction and supply chain optimization across key commodities. This role provides analytical leadership, supports financial objectives, and mentors procurement team members.

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize supply chain and reduce costs.
• Negotiate high-value supplier agreements to achieve measurable cost savings.
• Drive supply chain optimization across key commodities.
• Provide analytical leadership and support financial objectives.
• Mentor procurement team members, including Procurement Agents and Expeditors.
• Manage complex or high-value commodities and supplier relationships.
• Analyze price variance (PPV), supplier performance, and total cost of ownership.
• Influence suppliers and internal stakeholders through strong communication skills.
• Identify risks and proactively adjust sourcing strategies to prevent disruptions.

• 3-5+ years of experience in procurement and/or supply chain management.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management/Industrial Distribution preferred.
• Demonstrated success negotiating pricing, terms, and supplier agreements with measurable cost savings.
• Experience managing complex or high-value commodities and supplier relationships.
• Advanced negotiation and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred) and Microsoft Excel.
• Solid understanding of contract terms, pricing structures, and working capital impact.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain dynamics, including lead times, capacity constraints, and market trends.
• Ability to identify risks and proactively adjust sourcing strategies to prevent disruptions.
• Proven ability to mentor and support junior team members.
• Experience analyzing price variance (PPV), supplier performance, and total cost of ownership.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Growth opportunity within the department/organization.

The work environment is structured Monday through Friday, from 8am to 5pm, providing a professional setting that supports growth and learning opportunities within the organization.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $43.29/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.