Job ID: 12317
Location: Houston , Texas
Category: Administrative
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 08/20/2026
Job Description
Location: Houston, Tx
Description:
As a Purchasing Agent II, you will play a key role in driving the efficiency and profitability of our supply chain. You will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring high-quality goods and services that meet both operational needs and budget objectives. This role demands a strategic thinker with a sharp eye for market trends, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities. You will collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and finance teams to ensure timely availability of materials, optimize inventory levels, and support seamless business operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, is a persuasive negotiator, and consistently delivers value by balancing quality, cost, and schedule. This is more than a purchasing role, it’s an opportunity to directly impact the company’s success and shape the supply chain of tomorrow.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage the procurement of goods, materials, and services in compliance with company policies, budgets, and operational requirements.
- Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and reliability.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with vendors to achieve optimal value.
- Review purchase requisitions to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, supplier performance, and procurement activities.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders—including operations, engineering, and finance—to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and operational efficiencies.
- Ensure timely resolution of supply issues and manage risks associated with procurement and vendor performance.
- Stay informed on industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies to support effective procurement decisions.
- Promote and enforce compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
Minimum Qualifications/Skills:
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across teams and departments.
- Excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Sound judgment and decision-making skills that align with company policies and objectives.
- Skilled in implementing and reinforcing company policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, matrixed environment with changing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required; 7 or more years in procurement or supply chain management preferred.
- Proficiency in Oracle ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel).
- Familiarity with Lean Sourcing and Six Sigma principles.
- Experience in the oil and gas drilling industry or a closely related field.
