We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to join a service-focused organization in Texas on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for a procurement specialist who can confidently manage purchasing operations in a machine shop or manufacturing environment while building strong supplier relationships. The right candidate will bring a practical approach to cost control, material availability, and cross-functional support for production and engineering needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full purchasing cycle, from identifying needs and issuing purchase orders to tracking deliveries and closing out transactions accurately.<br>• Identify, evaluate, and develop supplier partnerships that improve pricing, service levels, and overall supply reliability.<br>• Negotiate commercial terms with vendors, including cost, lead times, and payment conditions, to support business objectives.<br>• Monitor supplier performance and address quality, delivery, or service concerns to maintain dependable material flow.<br>• Work closely with inventory, engineering, and production teams to align purchasing activity with demand forecasts and operational priorities.<br>• Review material availability and respond quickly to shortages or delayed shipments to reduce disruption to daily operations.<br>• Maintain current pricing and purchasing records, including cost updates and related documentation, to support accurate planning and reporting.<br>• Investigate and resolve purchasing discrepancies, invoice issues, and supplier-related problems in a timely manner.<br>• Use purchasing and inventory data to identify trends, improve decision-making, and strengthen overall procurement performance.
We are looking for a Product Manager to support product planning, prioritization, and delivery efforts in Houston, Texas. This Long-term Contract position will focus on guiding product work from discovery through execution while partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings a strong grasp of Agile practices and can translate business needs into a clear, manageable roadmap and backlog.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Define product priorities and maintain a well-structured backlog that aligns with business goals and user needs.<br>• Partner with engineering, quality, and business teams to turn requirements into actionable user stories and acceptance criteria.<br>• Lead backlog refinement activities and ensure development teams have clear, ready-to-execute work items.<br>• Use Jira to track progress, manage workflows, and provide visibility into product delivery status.<br>• Review reported issues, coordinate bug triage, and help prioritize fixes based on impact and urgency.<br>• Support Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives to keep delivery on track.<br>• Gather input from stakeholders and balance competing requests to make informed product decisions.<br>• Monitor product outcomes and recommend adjustments to improve functionality, efficiency, and user satisfaction.
We are looking for a Buyer/Purchasing specialist to support procurement activities for a contract position based in Texas. This role focuses on sourcing materials and services, coordinating with suppliers, and maintaining accurate purchasing records to help keep operations running smoothly. The ideal candidate brings strong pricing, order management, and vendor relationship experience, along with the ability to work effectively across teams in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full purchasing cycle, from preparing requisitions to issuing and tracking purchase orders for materials and services.<br>• Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers, serving as a key point of contact for order status, contract terms, and issue resolution.<br>• Compare quotes and negotiate competitive pricing to support cost-effective purchasing decisions while meeting business needs.<br>• Review customer pricing and internal purchasing data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with approved terms.<br>• Use Viewpoint Vista and related systems to generate purchasing documentation, update records, and monitor procurement activity.<br>• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to confirm specifications, delivery expectations, and purchasing priorities before order placement.<br>• Maintain organized documentation for vendor contracts, supplier communications, and procurement transactions to support compliance and reporting.
We are looking for a Purchase & Sales Specialist to support procurement and sales coordination activities for a growing team in Texas. This contract-to-permanent position is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who can manage purchasing workflows, maintain accurate inventory visibility, and help ensure smooth day-to-day operations across the purchasing department. The role requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with vendors, internal stakeholders, and warehouse teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee daily purchasing operations by coordinating requests, reviewing needs, and ensuring materials and supplies are acquired on time.<br>• Prepare, track, and update purchase orders while maintaining accurate records for procurement activities and related documentation.<br>• Work with vendors and service providers to confirm pricing, availability, delivery schedules, and overall order status.<br>• Monitor warehouse and equipment inventory levels to support replenishment planning and reduce stock shortages or excess inventory.<br>• Maintain weekly inventory reporting and use automated inventory data to improve purchasing decisions and stock accuracy.<br>• Partner with internal teams to align procurement management activities with operational priorities and sales support needs.<br>• Assist the purchasing department with process coordination, issue resolution, and follow-up on outstanding orders or discrepancies.<br>• Use Microsoft Excel to analyze inventory trends, organize purchasing data, and create clear reports for business review.