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Onsite Materials Buyer-Austin, Texas

YOH Services LLC
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 7/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/28/2026
Onsite Materials Buyer needed for a 12 month contract to hire opportunity with Yoh's client located in Austin, Texas.


Pay Rate: $33 to $38 per hour



The Big Picture - Top Skills You Should Possess:

  • Solid interpersonal skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations


What You Will Be Doing:

  • Negotiates pricing and other terms of purchase under supervision. Manage none strategic suppliers (none QFM)? $5M. 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.





What You Need to Bring to the Table:

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



Bonus Points! Otherwise Known As Preferred Qualifications:

  • A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field is typically preferred
  • 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
  • 3 to 5 years of experience





What's In It For You?

We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.



  • Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • 401K Retirement Saving Plan
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Direct Deposit & weekly e-payroll
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • Referral Bonus Programs


What are you waiting for? Apply Now





Estimated Min Rate: $33.00
Estimated Max Rate: $38.00


What's In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20 hours per week)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20 hours per week)
  • Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20 hours per week)
  • MetLife Voluntary Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
  • Referral Bonus Programs
  • Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

By applying and submitting your resume, you authorize Yoh to review and reformat your resume to meet Yoh's hiring clients' preferences. To learn more about Yoh's privacy practices, please see our Candidate Privacy Notice: https://www.yoh.com/privacy-notice

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

 

Salary : $33 - $38

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