We are looking for a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support purchasing operations for a growing organization in Irving, Texas. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can coordinate vendor activity, manage order workflows, and keep procurement records accurate in a fast-paced environment. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to help maintain efficient purchasing practices and support cost-conscious business operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming purchase requests and prepare purchase orders with a strong focus on accuracy and turnaround time.<br>• Coordinate supplier onboarding by collecting required documentation and confirming adherence to company procurement standards.<br>• Monitor open orders, follow up on shipment and delivery status, and address order issues with vendors or internal departments.<br>• Collaborate with teams such as HR, Operations, and Finance to align purchasing activity with business needs and budgets.<br>• Keep procurement files, supplier information, and contract documentation organized and ready for reporting or audit review.<br>• Help assess vendor performance by tracking service quality, responsiveness, and issue resolution.<br>• Support initiatives that improve purchasing efficiency and identify opportunities to reduce costs across procurement activities.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Materials / Procurement Manager to oversee end-to-end material availability and supply chain coordination for a manufacturing operation in Dallas, Texas. This Long-term Contract position will lead purchasing, inventory strategy, production support, warehousing, and logistics efforts to keep operations running efficiently while balancing service, cost, and stock levels. The role works closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to strengthen planning, improve performance metrics, and support continuous operational improvement.</p><p>This is a 3-month contract position</p><p>100% ONSITE 5 days a week in Dallas, TX 75261</p><p>Must have manufacturing industry experience</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Interim Procurement Materials Manager (contract position):</u></strong></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create and lead material planning approaches that align supply with production schedules and business demand.</p><p>• Direct procurement, inventory management, warehouse activity, and material movement to ensure reliable operational support.</p><p>• Maintain healthy stock levels by reducing surplus and obsolete items while protecting material availability.</p><p>• Guide forecasting, supply planning, and production coordination to support consistent output and service levels.</p><p>• Build productive supplier partnerships and manage commercial discussions around pricing, contracts, and delivery expectations.</p><p>• Review inventory records through cycle counts and physical audits, then address gaps to improve accuracy.</p><p>• Track inventory and supplier performance trends, using data to drive process improvements and cost reduction efforts.</p><p>• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics to help materials and finished goods move efficiently through the operation.</p><p>• Establish and report on key supply chain metrics such as inventory turns, delivery performance, material readiness, and cost savings.</p><p>• Lead and develop materials, purchasing, inventory, and warehouse team members while ensuring compliance with safety and company standards.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager to oversee purchasing, supplier strategy, inventory planning, and logistics operations in Texas. This role plays a key part in maintaining material availability, controlling costs, and supporting production and program schedules in a regulated manufacturing environment. The position works closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Program Management to strengthen supplier performance, reduce risk, and improve overall supply chain efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end purchasing activities, from supplier sourcing and bid evaluation through contract negotiation and order placement for materials, parts, and external services.</p><p>• Build and maintain productive supplier partnerships that support quality expectations, on-time delivery, and competitive pricing across programs.</p><p>• Measure vendor performance using operational and commercial indicators, then lead corrective actions and improvement plans when results fall short.</p><p>• Expand and strengthen the supply base by identifying, assessing, and onboarding new suppliers to improve continuity and reduce sourcing risk.</p><p>• Oversee demand planning, inventory levels, and material availability to keep manufacturing schedules on track and minimize shortages or excess stock.</p><p>• Collaborate with production and operations teams to align procurement priorities with build schedules, customer commitments, and changing program needs.</p><p>• Ensure purchasing records, supplier documentation, and contract files are accurate and audit-ready while supporting internal, customer, and regulatory reviews.</p><p>• Analyze supply chain exposure such as constrained materials, supplier instability, and external disruptions, and implement practical mitigation strategies.</p><p>• Contribute to proposal and planning efforts by supplying cost inputs, lead-time guidance, sourcing recommendations, and make-versus-buy analysis.</p><p>• Promote process improvements, reporting discipline, and best practices across supply chain activities while providing guidance to less experienced team members as needed.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Vendor Management specialist to support contingent workforce operations. This is a long-term contract opportunity suited for someone who can step in quickly, manage supplier relationships, and bring structure to sourcing and contract activities. The role works closely with internal business partners and external vendors to improve service delivery, strengthen oversight, and drive consistent workforce program performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead day-to-day coordination of contingent workforce requests, from intake through onboarding and assignment support.<br>• Build and maintain productive partnerships with suppliers, service providers, and internal stakeholders to support business needs.<br>• Guide the sourcing process by aligning hiring requests with the appropriate vendors and ensuring timely follow-through.<br>• Manage contract-related activities, including preparing language, reviewing terms, supporting negotiations, and tracking renewals.<br>• Monitor supplier performance through regular reviews, compliance oversight, and service-level evaluation.<br>• Develop practical vendor strategies that reduce risk, improve quality, and increase value across the supplier network.<br>• Provide clear communication and operational guidance to business teams throughout contingent workforce engagements.<br>• Maintain organized records, reporting, and tracking processes to ensure visibility across supplier and workforce activity.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Materials Estimator to join an aerospace and defense team in McKinney, Texas on a contract basis. This Long-term Contract position will focus on shaping accurate, compliant, and competitive pricing for government and prime contractor pursuits while working closely with program leadership, engineering, contracts, and finance. The ideal candidate brings strong estimating expertise in manufacturing environments and can translate technical and financial inputs into well-supported proposal strategies. Need someone with experience estimating raw materials (aluminum, extrusions, screws, nuts, bolts, etc.). The client needs help with the development of the Basis of Estimates for the material costs associated with the products developed out of manufacturing facilities and assembly facilities.</p><p>This is a 4-month contract position</p><p>100% REMOTE</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Interim Sr. Materials Estimator (contract position):</u></strong></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Build comprehensive cost models and pricing approaches for new business opportunities within aerospace and defense programs.</p><p>• Prepare detailed projections covering labor, materials, outside services, and other direct and indirect cost elements tied to each proposal.</p><p>• Produce and update basis-of-estimate documentation that clearly explains assumptions, methodologies, and supporting rationale.</p><p>• Review solicitation and contract requirements to develop pricing responses that align with customer expectations and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Partner with engineering teams to interpret technical data, including drawings and manufacturing inputs, and convert them into sound estimating assumptions.</p><p>• Contribute to proposal evaluations, fact-finding activities, and customer-facing pricing discussions by providing clear cost justifications.</p><p>• Develop ongoing cost forecasts and estimates at completion to support program planning and financial visibility.</p><p>• Conduct risk assessments and sensitivity analyses to identify cost drivers, pricing exposure, and areas requiring management attention.</p><p>• Support negotiation efforts by preparing pricing backup and responding to questions from internal stakeholders and external customers.</p><p>• Ensure estimating activities follow relevant government contracting standards, customer requirements, and company procedures.</p>