Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist
Pasadena, TX

PSC Group is seeking a full-time Procurement Specialist to join the PSC team at our headquarters in Pasadena, TX. The primary responsibility of the Procurement Specialist is to plan, coordinate and administer procurement functions, including solicitation, issuance, and evaluation; purchasing of all materials and services; and maintenance of vendor databases. The ideal candidate will have the ability to perform work requiring considerable independence, initiative, and judgment to resolve a variety of complex procurement strategies.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Establishes effective working relations with vendors to determine industry capabilities, potential vendors, market conditions and other information for preparing requests for bids or proposals.
• Develops relationships and works with key internal customers to understand strategic direction, third party supplier requirements, and corporate objectives and priorities.
• Works closely with all levels of leadership, with open communication regarding needs and expectations.
• Procures, sources, and negotiates the buying and/or leasing of machinery, equipment, tools, consumables, packaging materials, parts, and services as necessary to support business line.
• Manages requisitions and purchase orders from start to finish.
• Responsible for site purchases and company needs; provides basic guidance to sites and vendors on the procurement process; and resolves vendor/site complaints.
• Initiates and processes requests for quotations/proposals for department purchases, researching, evaluating, and making appropriate selection of commodity or service.
• Responsible for supplier communication to resolve transactional issues.
• Responsible for resolving invoice price and terms discrepancies to enable order processing.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred
• Minimum of two years procurement experience is preferred but not required
• Experience with heavy equipment purchasing preferred purchasing
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook);
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines on a consistent basis

Why join the PSC team?

• Founded in 1952, PSC' s longevity is rooted in our commitment to quality service, safety, environmental protection, and taking good care of our employees.
• PSC is the industry leader in product handling and site logistics services for refineries, chemical producers, and marine transportation providers.
• Check out our videos at to see how the work we do makes a difference and is essential for our economy.
• Learn more about our company culture and view our PSC Connection employee newsletter at
• Our Core Values serve as the foundation for all we do-how we conduct our business, serve our customers, and treat members of our PSC family. Learn more at

Employee Benefits:

• Medical insurance options with the company paying a large portion of the premiums, including affordable dental and vision plans for employees and their families
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan to help employees save money for retirement
• Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits (varies by work group)
• Incentives, discounts, and bonuses
• Industry-leading training and development programs

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PSC Group, formerly known as Petroleum Service Corporation, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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