Buyer - Direct Entry

Buyer - Direct - Entry#26-16816

$24.92-$27.92 per hour

Austin, TX

All On-site

Job Description

Our Client, a Material Engineering company, is looking for a Buyer - Direct - Entry for their Austin, TX location.

Responsibilities:

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

Requirements:

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,

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

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