Materials Buyer - East Austin, TX

Adecco is actively recruiting for a Materials Buyer position with our client in Austin, TX.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic supply chain team and develop your procurement expertise within a reputable organization.

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* Job Responsibilities:

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* In this role, you will be responsible for negotiating pricing and managing non-strategic suppliers under supervision. Your duties include issuing RFQs, evaluating bids, expediting orders, and handling purchase orders through delivery, payment, and recordkeeping to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and services. You will collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to identify potential suppliers, support contract negotiations, and maintain optimal inventory levels.

Additionally, you will resolve procurement, receiving, and accounting issues, leveraging SAP and Ariba to facilitate purchasing, data analysis, inventory tracking, and reporting.

Your responsibilities also encompass supporting process improvements, handling small projects, and mentoring less experienced team members. This role emphasizes strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, along with applying supply chain knowledge to streamline operations and enhance supplier relationships.

** What's in It for You:*
* + Competitive pay ranging from $27.90 to $37.74 per hour, depending on experience

+ Weekly pay schedule for consistent income

+ Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) options

+ Performance recognition programs

+ Onsite amenities such as an employee cafeteria, food trucks, and outdoor recreational facilities, including volleyball and basketball courts, walking trails, providing a healthy work-life balance

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* Qualifications:

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* + Bachelor's degree in relevant field

+ 1-3 years (entry-level) or 3-5 years (intermediate) experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management

+ Strong knowledge of supply chain processes, procurement strategies, inventory management, logistics, and vendor management

+ Proficiency in SAP and Ariba, with excellent data analysis and reporting skills

+ Experience in supplier evaluation focusing on cost, quality, and reliability

+ Proven negotiation, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities

+ Ability to work collaboratively across teams and follow procurement procedures

+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively

+ Willingness to work onsite full-time in Austin, TX, with overtime as required

If you are seeking a challenging role with growth opportunities in supply chain and procurement, click  **"Apply Now"
** to be considered for this exciting Materials Buyer position with Adecco in Austin!

** Pay Details:**  $27.90 to $37.74 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.  In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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