Description Are you an experienced Procurement Specialist looking for a contract-to-hire (CTH) opportunity with a leading organization? Our client in downtown Houston is looking for a skilled professional to oversee procurement processes, manage tools like Coupa, and drive effective vendor and contract management. This position offers a blend of remote work with periodic on-site requirements, providing flexibility while engaging in critical procurement operations. Key Responsibilities + Procurement Tool Implementation: Take ownership of implementing and optimizing Coupa, ensuring its alignment with procurement needs and best practices. + Project Management (50%): Lead procurement-related projects, including gathering business requirements, identifying best use cases, and ensuring delivery on time and within scope. + Procure-to-Pay (P2P): Oversee and streamline the full P2P lifecycle, focusing on Supplier Information Management (SIM) and contract processes. + Contract and Vendor Management: Review, negotiate, and manage vendor contracts to maximize business value and mitigate potential risks. + Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify procurement needs and craft strategic solutions. + Process Reporting and Improvement: Generate reports, analyze trends, and recommend improvements to ensure efficient and effective procurement operations. Requirements To succeed in this role, you must have: + Experience: 5-7 years of progressive experience in procurement, covering system implementation, contract management, and vendor relationships. + Tool Expertise: Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with Coupa or similar procurement systems. + Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. + Key Skills: + Strong project management and organizational abilities. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for vendor and team collaboration. + Detail-oriented focus for contract reviews and procurement processes. •Work Environment & Availability + This is a partially remote role, but candidates must reside in close proximity to the downtown Houston location for periodic on-site visits. + Standard schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (with potential for overtime). + Occasional travel to other office locations may be required. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .