Procurement Specialist (2074)

Job Details Location: 617 - Arena Towers - Houston, TX 77074 Position Type: Full-Time Education Level: High School / GED Travel Percentage: Minimal (Local Travel up to 10%) Job Category: Community & Social Resources Role Overview The Procurement Specialist supports vendor procurement, purchasing workflows, and 1099-related financial processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This role aligns with HGAC, TWC, and federal requirements while supporting service delivery for clients, education partners, and childcare programs. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Vendor Relations, this position manages vendor onboarding, purchasing, and financial reconciliation. Responsibilities Manage vendor procurement lifecycle, including application review, W-9 verification, and compliance checks Coordinate with program teams to determine procurement methods and create purchase requisitions Track and facilitate approval workflows, resolving delays to ensure timely processing Oversee purchase orders through issuance, vendor communication, and financial tracking Review and resolve 1099 inquiries and support reconciliation processes for tax compliance Maintain procurement documentation and systems (SharePoint, Smartsheet) Collaborate with vendors, Accounts Payable, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations Perform additional duties as needed Qualifications High School Diploma in a related field or equivalent experience 2-4 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, or contract specialist #J-18808-Ljbffr Bakerripley