Onsite Materials Buyer-Austin, Texas

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.

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

• Negotiates pricing and other terms of purchase under supervision. Manage non‑strategic suppliers (approx. $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.

• 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.

• Knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; awareness of competition and market differentiators.
• 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.

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

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

• 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.

• 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: procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA.
  
  Soft skills:
  
  effective communication, negotiation, critical thinking, and problem‑solving.
• 3 to 5 years of experience.

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

Estimated Min Rate: $33.00

Estimated Max Rate: $38.00

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.

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