Procurement Specialist
Houston, TX
Full Time
Mid Level
At U.S. LawShield our focus is on encouraging people to take proactive measures to improve their safety and self-defense abilities—and to serve those who do. We strive to create better-protected communities of responsible self-defenders who have the peace of mind to live their lives confidently. Our company was established in 2009. After initially launching in Texas as Texas LawShield®, the demand for services developed well beyond state lines. Our coverage began to expand across the United States, which is when we became U.S. LawShield.
Today, we provide coverage in 46 states and have proudly served more than 2 million people in their self-defense journey. Ready to join our driven and talented individuals who care about protecting the rights of responsible self-defenders?
As a Procurement Specialist, you will help our business run smoothly by supporting the Supply Chain team in selecting, purchasing, and managing products or materials. Find information and data about products, materials, and other supplies. They may also evaluate products, analyze client purchasing habits, and monitor market trends.
Apply if you are
Day-to-day duties
Today, we provide coverage in 46 states and have proudly served more than 2 million people in their self-defense journey. Ready to join our driven and talented individuals who care about protecting the rights of responsible self-defenders?
As a Procurement Specialist, you will help our business run smoothly by supporting the Supply Chain team in selecting, purchasing, and managing products or materials. Find information and data about products, materials, and other supplies. They may also evaluate products, analyze client purchasing habits, and monitor market trends.
Apply if you are
- High level of attention to detail & excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
- Sense of urgency, confident, self-starter, quick learner and motivated attitude.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and computer skills.
- Experience in Dymanics 365 Business Central is a plus.
- 4years minimum in buying/planning office experience required.
- High School Diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
Day-to-day duties
- Collect and review financial data, ensuring accuracy for strategic decisions.
- Assist in analyzing class and vendor performance.
- Assist in vendor communication.
- Ensure proper receipt flow, monitoring receipt of goods and tracking orders.
- Forecast and communicate stock inadequacies, develop and execute plans to mitigate potential issues.
- Optimize order cadence to improve service levels within the business and follow up with appropriate allocation
- Write and place approved orders and reorders
- Analyze vendor performance to identify product opportunities, trends, and offerings which will impact the business and provide results.
- Receive and process fulfillment orders accurately and efficiently.
- Pack, label and conduct quality control checks on orders while preparing them for shipment.
- Enter all seasonal purchases accurately into the appropriate systems, meet all deadlines.
- Will be working with Dymanics 365 Business Central.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- PTO beginning at 15 days per year and accruing with additional tenure
- 12 paid holidays
- Medical, dental, vision and additional supplemental coverage options
- Employee Assistance Program with travel protection, counseling and medical bill-saver program
- Complimentary Membership to U.S. LawShield
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with travel protection, counseling, and medical bill saver program
- Join the nation’s largest legal defense for self-defense organization
- Time and freedom to continue pursuing other interests such as additional time with family, or continuing education
- Quarterly bonus
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