Purchasing Specialist

CCJ & Associates

Houston, Texas

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Business Operations, Business Solutions, Business Support, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Cost Analysis, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Quality, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Operational Support, Order Delivery, Partner Sales, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Procurement Management, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Quality System Requirements (QSR), Record Keeping, SAP, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Warehousing, Writing Skills, ZenDesk

LOCATION

Houston, Texas

POSTED

13 days ago

Purchasing Specialist

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Department: Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Swagelok Southeast Texas is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Purchasing Specialist to support our supply chain operations. This role is responsible for sourcing products and services, managing supplier relationships, maintaining inventory strategies, and ensuring timely procurement to support customer demand.

The Purchasing Specialist works closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure supply chain continuity while delivering a high level of Customer Confidence through accurate purchasing, proactive communication, and strong execution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage supplier relationships to support inventory availability, service objectives, and customer confidence
Procure inventory, non-stock items, and services in support of business operations and customer requirements
Create, maintain, and expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and continuity of supply
Monitor inventory levels and purchasing requirements to maintain appropriate stock levels while supporting inventory management objectives
Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, lead times, order status, and delivery commitments
Utilize SAP, Zendesk, and other business systems to manage purchasing activities, supplier communications, and order tracking
Resolve supplier, product, and order-related issues through effective troubleshooting and cross-functional collaboration
Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Warehouse, and Operations teams to support customer requirements and business priorities
Analyze purchasing, inventory, and supplier performance data to identify trends and support decision-making
Support sourcing activities, including supplier selection, quote requests, cost analysis, and supplier evaluations
Monitor open purchase orders and proactively communicate potential delays, shortages, or risks to internal stakeholders
Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and system data integrity
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying process gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve service, quality, and cost performance
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality system requirements
Support departmental goals related to service, inventory management, supplier performance, and operational excellence

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of purchasing, buying, or procurement experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
Experience with ERP systems required (SAP preferred)
Zendesk or similar ticketing system experience is a plus
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel

Required Skills and Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent organization and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Customer-focused mindset
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
Proven ability to build and maintain supplier relationships

Why Join Swagelok Southeast Texas?

Swagelok Southeast Texas is a Certified Great Place to Work® and an industry leader in fluid system solutions. We offer a collaborative culture, competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a hybrid work environment. At Swagelok Southeast Texas, we invest in our employees' future by providing training, development, and career growth opportunities that help our team members succeed both personally and professionally.

About the Company

CCJ & Associates

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