TAR Procurement Supervisor / Specialist

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TAR Procurement Supervisor / Specialist

Location: Houston, TX (site-based, 5 days per week)
Contract: 12 months (renewable, with potential for multi-year contract)
Start Date: January 2026
Compensation: Competitive

Overview:

We are supporting a major turnaround in Houston, TX and are seeking an experienced TAR Procurement Supervisor / Specialist to join the site team. This role will report directly into senior turnaround leadership and play a critical part in ensuring the timely procurement and coordination of materials, services, and contractors for a large-scale TAR event.

Responsibilities:

• Lead procurement activities for turnaround projects, ensuring all materials, equipment, and services are secured on time and within budget.
• Work closely with TAR management, project managers, and contractors to align procurement strategy with turnaround execution.
• Supervise and coordinate vendors, negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance with company policies and safety standards.
• Oversee SAP-driven procurement workflows, purchase requisitions, and invoicing.
• Track, report, and resolve procurement-related issues throughout the TAR lifecycle.
• Support project management activities, including scheduling, resource allocation, and cost control.
• Drive continuous improvement in TAR procurement processes and vendor management.

Candidate Profile:

• 10+ years' experience in procurement, materials management, or project support within refining, petrochemicals, or heavy industry.
• Proven turnaround (TAR) experience, ideally in a supervisory capacity.
• Proficient in SAP and familiar with procurement and materials workflows.
• Strong project management skills - able to coordinate across multiple teams and functions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills; able to manage contractors and stakeholders effectively.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and resilient in high-pressure turnaround environments.

What's on Offer:

• Opportunity to be part of a major TAR project for a leading global chemicals business.
• Long-term contract options: 1-year renewable or up to 3 years depending on business needs.
• Exposure to high-profile turnaround execution alongside experienced TAR leadership.

TEC Group International is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.