Senior Procurement Specialist

EthosEnergy is currently seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist for our Houston, TX facility. The Senior Procurement Specialist is responsible for leading complex procurement activities, developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing that aligns with business objectives. This role requires strong analytical skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to collaborate cross functionally to support operational and strategic goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including strategic sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and purchase order execution
• Develop and implement category strategies to optimize cost, quality, delivery, and risk
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, including KPIs, scorecards, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Negotiate complex commercial agreements, terms and conditions, and long-term supply contracts
• Conduct market analysis, benchmark pricing, and evaluate total cost of ownership (TCO)
• Partner with internal stakeholders (engineering, operations, finance, legal, and project teams) to align procurement strategies with business needs
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulations
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to quality, delivery, financial stability, and geopolitical factors
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost-saving initiatives with measurable financial impact
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior procurement staff as needed

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Strategic thinking and commercial judgment
• Supplier relationship management
• Data-driven decision making
• Risk management and compliance
• Cross-functional collaboration

Experience

• 5\+ years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Demonstrated success negotiating contracts and managing strategic supplier
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings and process improvement
• Knowledge of working with ERP/MRP systems (Epicor \& Nav)
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Experience in manufacturing, energy, industrial services, or capital projects environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or professional certifications (CPSM, CIPS, CSCP, PMP)

Physical Requirements

• Lifting Requirement up to 20lbs

What We Offer

• Supportive company culture that values its employees
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision \& 401 K Plan
• Paid Parental Leave, Time Off \& Holidays
• Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus
• Personal Development \& Career Succession Planning
• Company sponsored Perks \& Discount programs

EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.