Procurement Specialist for CPU's Job in Houston, Texas US

Procurement Specialist for CPU's

Procurement Specialist (CPU ??s) Smith and Associates is a privately held company with offices around the world. We have risen to the top of our field in our 28 years of business by hiring and training the best traders and purchasing team around! Our employees enjoy a casual, yet fast paced atmosphere. Smith is looking for individuals with excellent negotiation and communications skills, those who can set themselves apart in the electronic distribution industry and make a name for themselves. Our Procurement Specialists are trained to identify new potential suppliers who offer quality products in a very fast paced market. An applicant for this position must be a very quick thinker and one step ahead of the others. If this describes you, you could be Smith ??s next success story! This position boasts a fast-moving, open, working environment, great benefits, salary plus a group profit commission plan. Prior procurement experience and knowledge is preferred, but not required. Essential Job Duties Locate and purchase parts needed for customer specific facility/projects. Build relationships with existing suppliers and identify potential suppliers. Negotiate prices and delivery with various vendors. Part analysis and research, price negotiation, and logistics Analyze and document buyer/vendor performance, purchase order placement and entry, order expediting, and discrepancy resolution. Inventory management and forecasting Resolve vendor complaints/issues. Direct interaction with customer supply chain personnel Experience Previous purchasing experience or industry experience preferred, but not required. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills required. Software Requirements: PC general knowledge (windows), Saleschain, Glovia, Smith Intranet, Internet browsing capabilities Qualifications Must have sharp negotiation skills Must have the natural ability to build relationships Must be able to analyze past and present data Must be a quick thinker Apply