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oin a Mission That Matters – Become a Purchasing Specialist in Houston! Are you ready to be part of a company that’s transforming lives around the globe? Our client, a trailblazer in empowering life-saving therapies for patients worldwide, is looking for a dynamic and detail-driven Purchasing Specialist to join their growing team in Houston, TX! In this pivotal role, you’ll coordinate the procurement of materials, products, and services that directly support groundbreaking healthcare innovations. From reviewing requisitions to liaising with vendors, you'll manage the full purchasing process to ensure efficiency, quality, and timely delivery.salary: $21.25 - $24.21 per hourshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilities  ↵ As a Purchasing Specialist, Job duties include: Receive and review purchase requisitions to determine appropriate procurement strategy and specifications. Source vendors and communicate with them to obtain product or service information, including pricing, availability, lead times, and terms. Select products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items to ensure they meet required standards.  Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors to secure the best value for the organization. Issue purchase orders and monitor order status to ensure timely delivery. Qualifications: 1+ years of relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain coordination for a global organization. Demonstrated communication and negotiation skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with procurement or ERP systems is a plus. Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred. If you’re a motivated procurement professional ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today for this Purchasing Specialist role.SkillsPurchasing SpecialistMaterial BuyerProcurementSupply ChainMS OfficeERP SystemVerbal CommunicationResponsivenessAnalytical ThinkingQualificationsYears of experience: 1 yearExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

job summary: A Buyer is needed for a company that transports, distributes and generates energy, with diversified assets that include a balance between crude oil and natural gas in Duluth, MN or Houston, TX (hybrid) areas. The Buyer leads strategic procurement operations across cross-functional teams, ensuring cost-effective, compliant sourcing through RFx processes, supplier management, and contract negotiation.   location: Houston, Texas job type: Contract salary: $30.00 - 38.14 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Lead end-to-end procurement activities in compliance with company policies.Develop and manage RFx strategies (RFP, RFQ, RFI) to secure competitive bids.Issue and track purchase/service orders aligned with project and contract requirements.Work closely with internal teams to understand and meet project needs.Provide innovative solutions for complex procurement challenges.Mentor and guide junior procurement staff to support team growth.Build and maintain effective supplier and stakeholder relationships.Analyze supplier performance and negotiate contracts to maximize value.Monitor industry trends to support informed decision-making.Maintain procurement records for compliance and audits. Skills: strong working knowledge of procurement systems like SAP or Oracle.Proven ability to influence stakeholders without formal authority.Skilled in total cost ownership, strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier qualification.Comfortable in fast-paced environments with high request volume.Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.Excellent communicator with ability to translate complex topics for non-technical audiences.Proficient in MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.8-10+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or contracts.SCMP or CSCP certification (or equivalent) required. #LI-KD1   qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedEducation: Bachelors  skills: SAPPurchasing / ProcurementOracleCompliance Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

job summary: A Project Business Partner is needed for a company that transports, distributes and generates energy, with diversified assets that include a balance between crude oil and natural gas in the Houston, TX area. This position will be acting as the primary SCM liaison, this role leads supply chain planning and coordination across high-value projects, ensuring effective procurement, contracting, and logistics support in alignment with project goals and timelines.   location: Houston, Texas job type: Contract salary: $29.62 - 37.00 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Represent SCM in project/program/development team meetings.Develop the SCM portion of the Project Management Plan (PMP), including procurement, logistics, and contracting plans.Monitor and manage the performance of SCM deliverables against supply and contracting plans.Facilitate approval processes for Contract Development Plans (CDP) and Contract Award Recommendations (CAR).Provide input into SCM progress reporting.Support value creation initiatives and coordinate stage gate reviews.Facilitate lessons learned sessions involving SCM teams. Skills: Effective teamwork, networking, and collaboration skills.strong verbal and written communication and influencing abilities. Desired Skills: Experience working with large, cross-regional organizations and diverse stakeholders.Skilled in various sourcing methodologies (e.g., RFX).Professional certification or enrollment (SCMP, CPSM) preferred.Proficiency in Ariba, SharePoint, and other supply chain systems.strong negotiation, cost modeling, and analytical skills.Project management and facilitation expertise. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Law, or Business.Approximately 7+ years of related experience in Oil & Gas or similar industries. #LI-SA1   qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedEducation: Bachelors  skills: Purchasing / ProcurementLogisticsPlanningCompliance Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.