Buyer

Job Description:

Job title - Material Buyer

Work Location: Austin, TX (onsite, 5 days/week)

Payrate : $35- $37/hr on W2

Duration – 1 year (Possible Extension)

Work timings: 8 AM to 5 PM CST

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiates pricing and other terms of purchase under supervision. Manage none strategic suppliers (none QFM)? ***M. Quotes materials; procures materials, components, equipment and services at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Expedites and ensures the timely receipt of materials.

• Works with engineering and MPM or SCM to recommend new suppliers. Issues RFQs, analyzes proposals, negotiates prices and delivery, issues and/or adjusts purchase orders in a timely manner. Follows-up on orders, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records. Negotiates vendor contracts, as appropriate. Follows purchasing business processes.

• Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.

• Leads problem resolution for material related accounting and receiving issues

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

• Understanding of supply chain processes and purchasing strategies.

• Knowledge of inventory management and logistics.

• Familiarity with contract management and vendor relations.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams.

• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

• Significant experience in purchasing or procurement, often ranging from 3 to 5 years.

• Experience in a similar industry or with specific products relevant to the hiring organization may be required.

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and pricing.

• Excellent analytical skills to assess vendors and evaluate product quality and cost-effectiveness.

• Proficiency in procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA

• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

• Motivation, initiative, collaboration, connectivity and coaching

Bachelor’s Degree Required: Yes

A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field is typically preferred

Technical Skills: Required: Data analysis, inventory management, procurement processes, and supply chain technologies

Computer Skills : Required: procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA

Soft Skills: Required: effective communication, negotiation, critical thinking, and problem-solving