Procurement Analyst

Client is a global professional services firm that provides digital transformation, technology, and consulting services, with a focus on business process management (BPM) and outsourcing.

VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting and staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE delivers scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.

Duration: 11 months
Location: Plano, TX
Work Mode: Onsite

About the role

This role ensures timely availability of quality parts at competitive costs while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain for elevator manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for mechanical, electrical, electronics, and structural components used in elevator systems.
• Manage purchase requisitions (PR) and convert them into purchase orders (PO) in the ERP system (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Ensure timely procurement of materials to support production schedules and new product development.
• Coordinate with logistics for inbound deliveries and customs clearance (if applicable).
• Resolve issues related to delivery delays, part shortages, and discrepancies.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering, supplier consolidation, and localization initiatives.
• Work closely with engineering for alternative material or supplier development.
• Negotiate with suppliers and maintain good communication.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Planning teams to understand material requirements.
• Address quality issues and support root cause analysis with suppliers.
• Participate in new product introduction (NPI) projects for sourcing new components.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience with sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, components, and services required for elevator manufacturing operations.
• 3+ years’ experience in working with Sourcing and procurement domain.
• Engineering Graduate is preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience.

Skills

• Technical skills:
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (fabrication, machining, casting, electronics).
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/MS Dynamics).
  • Knowledge of Should Costing, cost breakdown analysis, and supplier audits.
• Soft skills:
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Pay

$25.00 - $26.00/hr on W2

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation