Purchasing Supervisor

Overview

United Holdings is now hiring Purchasing Supervisor 10750 Telge Rd. Houston, TX 77095.

Supervise all procurement activities in support of all business units. Develops, coordinates, and supports strategic procurement operations. Supervises and supports Buyers in all daily activities, including buying decisions, and technology needs. Analyzes changes or new issues in materials and supply to reduce costs and improve quality and overall value.

• Lead and manage team of Buyers emphasizing personal development and leadership initiatives and support target achievements.
• Responsible for oversight of purchasing for major equipment and fabricated items for the
• Manage all incoming data to help ensure Buyers are given the best possible information to make good buying decisions.
• Coordinates and resolves issues regarding existing and new products.
• Monitors supplier performance and assists in efforts for improvement in delivery, cost and quality.
• Studies and investigates purchasing methods and recommends alternative goods of parts and processes when needed.
• Recommends new or revised procurement procedures.
• Oversee purchasing supply plan activities, guiding buyers on risk management and coordinating closely with planning and scheduling for alignment.
• Participates in efforts to reduce inventory and supports goals to improve cash flow.
• Maintain a clean and safe work
• Establish work standards and evaluate staff’s
• Hire, counsel, and discharge staff as
• Ensure performance of all work is done in accordance with quality and quantity standards and established safety procedures.

• 6–8 years of relevant experience.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communicator with ability to present to NEG travel across a diverse audience.
• Project management expertise: able to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Experience collaborating with executive management and cross‑functional teams.
• Customer‑focused while adhering to company procedures.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Approachability - Creates a welcoming environment, listens actively, builds trust, and acts quickly on informal insights.
• Conflict Management - Handles conflict constructively, listens well, negotiates fair solutions, and finds common ground.
• Decision Quality - Makes sound decisions using data and judgment; solutions prove accurate and reliable over time.
• Developing Others - Provides growth opportunities, aligns with career goals, builds development plans, and invests in people.
• Integrity and Trust - Acts with honesty and transparency, keeps confidences, admits mistakes, and upholds ethical standards.
• Vision and Purpose - Communicates an inspiring vision, encourages optimism, and dominoes teams around shared goals.
• Time Management - Prioritizes effectively, manages competing demands, and delivers results efficiently.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely, tailoring messages to achieve impact and drive action.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• CPM‑Certified Purchasing Manager ‑CPSM‑Certified Professional in Supply Management or CPIM‑Certified in Production and Inventory Management preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain current and thorough knowledge of all applicable processes and equipment is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, handling, climbing, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
• Ability to lift/​carry up to 20 lbs frequently; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to wear PPE as required.

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the position, location, and/or customer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office Environment

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.