Procurement Buyer

We're Hiring: Procurement Buyer

The Procurement Buyer owns the end-to-end procurement workflow — from reviewing purchase order requirements to vendor selection and analysis, contract negotiation, invoice review, vendor management, and ensuring on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate excels in planning, organization, and negotiation, and is always looking for ways to improve procurement processes and bring innovation to the role.

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What you'll be doing

• Assess internal clients' needs to define purchase requirements


• Proactively identify, negotiate, and execute cost-saving (savings) initiatives through strategic sourcing, supplier optimization, and contract negotiations


• Analyze supplier proposals to identify the best cost-benefit for the company


• Negotiate pricing with vendors to secure the best terms for products and services


• Research market trends to determine optimal purchase timing for specific items


• Coordinate with other departments to ensure purchases meet company needs


• Monitor inventory levels and order additional stock as needed


• Review supplier bids to confirm compliance with company standards


• Review vendor proposals and select contract recipients


• Manage and maintain the purchasing data system


• Partner with Finance to forecast quarterly purchases and secure purchase approvals


• Review purchase orders for accuracy and compliance


• Coordinate with warehouses and logistics to optimize domestic and international shipping


• Provide recommendations to lower costs


• Review invoices and oversee delivery compliance for products and services


• Maintain documentation for audit and control procedures; keep purchasing records accurate and up to date


• Help establish and maintain a purchasing budget


• Track procurement KPIs and provide regular reporting

Technical skills & experience

• Bilingual — English and Spanish required


• Experience in procurement and purchasing


• 3–5 years of experience in supply chain management


• Telecommunications or construction industry experience is a plus


• Excellent negotiation skills


• Strong vendor management skills


• Advanced Excel skills


• Strong interpersonal skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related field is a plus

Soft skills

• Planning — You stay prepared to meet purchasing needs and set milestones to hit deadlines.


• Organization — You manage your time well across multiple tasks and keep vendor and contract information well organized.


• Communication — You communicate effectively in English and Spanish with diverse stakeholders, and build lasting relationships through strong interpersonal connection.


• Negotiation — You're skilled at finding common ground and creating win-win outcomes.


• Flexibility — You're curious about multicultural environments, adapt your approach to support collaboration, and adjust quickly to change.


• Problem solving — You look for alternative solutions and work through obstacles to reach a goal.


• Innovative thinking — You embrace new ideas and are comfortable adopting new technology.

Work arrangement

Hybrid — McAllen, TX