Procurement Specialist
Our client is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join their manufacturing operation in Tulsa, OK. This position will play a key role in ensuring materials are available when needed, maintaining strong supplier relationships, preventing supply disruptions, and supporting purchasing activities across the facility.
Job Description
This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a 3-month probationary period. The right candidate will have direct manufacturing procurement experience and be able to demonstrate hands-on experience with purchasing, inventory planning, supplier management, and ERP systems from day one.
Schedule: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (30 Minute Lunch, Overtime is available with Manager pre-approval)
Pay: $28/hour
Responsibilities
- Execute purchasing and procurement activities within a manufacturing environment
- Manage supplier relationships and monitor vendor performance
- Identify and address potential supply chain risks before they impact production
- Support shortage prevention and ensure materials are available to meet operational needs
- Manage inventory planning, MRP, and material replenishment activities
- Utilize ERP systems to manage purchasing, inventory, and material requirements
- Review and interpret Bills of Materials (BOMs) and other technical documentation
- Source materials and negotiate with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, lead times, and terms
- Identify opportunities to control costs while maintaining quality and supply requirements
- Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Shipping/Receiving, and external suppliers
- Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory documentation
- Respond quickly to changing material needs, shortages, and production priorities
Requirements / Qualifications
- Previous procurement/purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong experience with supplier relationship and vendor performance management
- Experience identifying and managing supply chain risks and material shortages
- Hands-on experience with inventory planning, MRP, and material replenishment
- Strong ERP experience; Oracle Fusion is highly preferred
- Ability to read and interpret BOMs and technical documentation
- Demonstrated experience with sourcing, negotiation, and cost management
- Ability to work effectively across Operations, Engineering, suppliers, and other departments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
- Ability to work with urgency and maintain strong execution discipline
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Important: Candidates should be prepared to provide specific examples during the interview demonstrating their experience with manufacturing procurement, supplier management, MRP/inventory planning, ERP systems, BOMs, sourcing, and supply chain risk management.