Purchasing Specialist/Procurement/ Buyer

TMV Global is a US-based staffing firm specializing in delivering top-tier talent across IT, Engineering, and Professional domains. With a strong global delivery presence, we partner with leading organizations to provide high-quality, scalable workforce solutions.We are currently hiring skilled professionals for one of our leading Procurement / Sourcing / Supply Chain clients in the USA.Role - Procurement / Sourcing SpecialistLocation - Tulsa, OK 74103Duration - 3 Months NoteCandidates should have strong experience handling high volume datasets, with the ability to quickly absorb, transform, and ensure accuracy of both current and historical data. They need to be skilled in organizing, filtering, and presenting data effectively to internal stakeholders and external vendors. Their background includes exporting and managing large volumes of data from ERP systems, along with close collaboration with senior buyers. Technically, they are proficient in Excel, including pivot tables and data scrubbing, and have knowledge of Power BI.DescriptionThe Procurement / Sourcing Specialist I is primarily responsible for processing a high volume of material requisitions, ensuring accurate vendor pricing, leveraging historical purchase data, and coordinating with suppliers to support on time delivery of goods and services.This role focuses on execution, data accuracy, and operational efficiency within established procurement policies and procedures, supporting internal customers and maintaining strong vendor relationships to meet business needs.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess a high volume of material and service requisitions in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with established procurement policies and approval requirementsReview requisitions for completeness, accuracy, and compliance; resolve issues or discrepancies in coordination with internal requestorsResearch and validate vendor pricing using contracts, price lists, catalogs, and historical purchasing dataLeverage historical spend and pricing information to ensure cost effective purchasing decisions and consistent application of negotiated pricingCreate and issue purchase orders to approved vendors and ensure alignment with requisition requirementsCoordinate with vendors to confirm order acceptance, delivery dates, and fulfillment statusProactively track open orders and follow up with suppliers to support on time delivery expectationsCommunicate order status, delays, or changes to internal customers in a clear and timely mannerCoordinate expediting support delivery schedulesSupport resolution of delivery issues, pricing discrepancies, invoice mismatches, and vendor claimsMaintain accurate procurement records and documentation within procurement and ERP systemsCollaborate with higher level Supply Chain Specialists, Operations, and Finance as neededSupport reporting on requisition volume, cycle time, pricing variance, and delivery performancePerform other duties as assignedSkills & QualificationsAbility to manage and prioritize a high volume of transactional procurement activities in a fast paced environmentStrong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy, pricing validation, and documentationWorking knowledge of procurement and purchasing processesExperience researching vendor pricing and using historical purchasing data to support decision makingStrong organizational and time management skillsEffective written and verbal communication skills for coordination with internal customers and suppliersProficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word)Familiarity with ERP, procurement, or supply chain systems preferredAnalytical mindset with the ability to identify pricing discrepancies and delivery risksExperience with RFQ ProcessEducation / ExperienceRequired: Associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related fieldPreferred: If no Bachelor's degree, previous job experience is required. Prior experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or high volume administrative processing preferredAdditional ExpectationsDemonstrates strong organizational and interpersonal skillsMaintains safety, compliance, and policy adherence as top prioritiesAble to work independently within defined procedures while escalating issues appropriatelyMUST HAVEProficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word)Familiarity with ERP, procurement, or supply chain systems Prior experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or high volume administrative processingAnalytical mindset with the ability to identify pricing discrepancies and delivery risksExperience with RFQ ProcessAssociate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in business (Highly Preferred), Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related fieldTMV Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status.