Buyer

Supply Chain; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Maev is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to own daily purchasing operations. You will convert approved supply plans into POs, manage supplier communications, and keep materials flowing for production.

You’ll partner with Supply Planning, Freight, and Finance to resolve issues quickly and maintain on-time delivery. The ideal candidate manages a high volume of open orders, spots risks early, and takes ownership of orders from placement to delivery.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Hands-on experience creating and managing purchase orders with suppliers.
• Experience with CP G brands or contract manufacturers is a plus.
• Familiarity with ERP, inventory, or purchasing systems.
• Experience with PO receiving and invoice reconciliation is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle high volume orders.
• Clear, proactive written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Familiarity with COAs, FSMA, or SQF is a plus.
• Based in Austin, TX, with ability to work from office 2-3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management: Create and issue POs based on approved supply plans and production requirements.
• Order Tracking & Expediting: Track open POs and follow up on late or at-risk orders.
• Logistics Coordination: Coordinate inbound material shipments with Freight.
• Material Availability: Monitor availability and identify potential shortages.
• Issue Resolution: Resolve day-to-day PO issues with suppliers and partners.
• Invoice Reconciliation: Review invoices against POs and receiving information.
• Cost & Pricing Tracking: Maintain material pricing and flag changes.
• Supplier & Data Management: Maintain supplier records, COAs, certificates, pricing.
• Supplier Onboarding: Support onboarding paperwork for new suppliers.
• Supplier Risk & Escalation: Identify risks and escalate with context and steps.
• Sourcing Support: Assist in vetting backup suppliers for continuity.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Ownership

Attention to detail

Communication

Proactive problem solving

Proficiency in Excel

Time management

Education

BA/BS in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory systems

Three-way matching experience

Job description

Overview

At Maev, we believe dogs deserve a seat at the table. Or at the very least, nutrient-dense food that’s human-grade.

That’s why we’re relentless in our pursuit of better, faster, and smarter. As the first and only Human-Grade Raw Food for Dogs, Maev has been rooted in innovation since day one. We’re a brand built on the belief that “good” is never enough. That “normal” or “traditional” doesn’t always mean “optimal.” And that it’s better to live in possibility. For us, “impossible” is just a limiting belief.

We’re obsessed with radically improving the lives of dogs and dog parents everywhere.

With over 90 million dogs in the US, strong industry CAGR, an increased focus on nutrition, and traditional kibble losing market share due to lack of brand loyalty and poor quality, Maev is incredibly well-positioned to combine these strong industry tailwinds with a brand anchored in quality, transparency, and emotional connection.

As of 2023, Maev is the #1 fastest-growing, most disruptive brand in the hyper-competitive category of Pet — and the 38th fastest-growing private company in America.

Our team is made up of thought leaders, risk-takers, tastemakers, disruptors, creatives, critical thinkers, and, occasionally, dog people. We attract top-tier talent from the most successful, differentiated, fastest-growing, and most innovative brands and organizations in the world. We win awards, we’re ambitious, and we’re on the map. We built this thing from scratch. (And we’re just getting started.)

Join us.

Role

The Buyer owns the day-to-day execution of purchasing at Maev, turning approved supply and production plans into purchase orders and ensuring the right materials arrive at the right place, at the right time, and at the right cost. You’ll be the primary point of contact for suppliers and co-manufacturers on open orders, managing PO placement, confirmations, deliveries, and follow-up. You’ll work closely with Supply Planning, Freight, and Finance to keep materials flowing, resolve issues quickly, and keep production on track.

Our ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive. You’re comfortable managing a high volume of open orders, staying on top of details, and following up with suppliers without being asked. You know how to solve problems independently, when to pull in the right partner, and when to raise a flag before an issue becomes a bigger one. You take ownership of your work and have a strong bias for action. If you own a PO, you make sure it gets placed, confirmed, and delivered. You’re always looking for ways to improve how we work and are energized by the pace and challenges of a fast-growing company.

This is a great opportunity for a detail-driven purchasing professional who wants to take ownership, build strong supplier relationships, and grow their career within a scaling supply chain organization.

This role reports to the Senior Manager of Procurement.

Responsibilities:

• Purchase Order Management: Create and issue purchase orders based on approved supply plans, pricing, terms, and production requirements. Send POs to suppliers and co-manufacturers, obtain confirmations, and maintain accurate order details.

• Order Tracking & Expediting: Track open POs, supplier lead times, and expected delivery dates. Proactively follow up on late, incomplete, or at‑risk orders to keep materials and production on schedule.

• Logistics Coordination: Partner with the Freight team to coordinate inbound material shipments and ensure deliveries arrive accurately and on time.

• Material Availability: Monitor material availability against production requirements and proactively identify potential shortages, delays, or supply gaps.

• Issue Resolution: Resolve day‑to‑day PO, quantity, timing, pricing, and delivery issues with suppliers and internal partners. Drive issues to resolution and escalate when additional support is needed.

• Invoice Reconciliation: Review supplier invoices against purchase orders and receiving information. Partner with Finance to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate payment.

• Cost & Pricing Tracking: Maintain accurate material pricing and flag pricing changes, cost increases, or discrepancies to leadership.

• Supplier & Data Management: Maintain accurate supplier and purchasing records, including COAs, specifications, certifications, insurance, pricing, and other required documentation. Keep procurement data used by Procurement, Supply Planning, and Quality current and reliable.

• Supplier Onboarding: Support the administrative side of new supplier onboarding, including collecting required documentation and setting suppliers up in internal systems.

• Supplier Risk & Escalation: Identify and communicate material risks, supplier issues, and exceptions early. Escalate issues to leadership and/or Supply Planning with clear context and recommended next steps.

• Sourcing Support: Support the identification and vetting of alternate or backup suppliers to improve supply continuity and reduce risk, in partnership with the Senior Manager of Procurement.

• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, systems, and ways of working to make procurement more accurate, efficient, and scalable as Maev grows.

Experience:

• BA/BS degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations

• Hands‑on experience creating and managing purchase orders and working directly with suppliers

• Experience with CPG brands or contract manufacturing partners is a plus

• Familiarity with ERP, inventory, or purchasing systems

• Experience with three‑way matching (PO, receipt, invoice) or invoice reconciliation is a plus

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of open orders and competing priorities

• Clear, proactive written and verbal communication

• Proficiency in Excel

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment

• Familiarity with food safety and quality documentation, such as COAs, FSMA, or SQF, is a plus

• Based in Austin, TX, with the ability to work from the office 2-3 days per week

About You

• You are analytical and a creative problem solver by nature.

• You embody ownership and execution at all levels.

• You are energized by difficult and ambiguous problem spaces.

• You take on obstacles with determination and excitement.

• You pride yourself on personally making an impact on a business’ trajectory.

• Your past employers and teammates will say, "[insert your name] will be the most impactful hire you ever make."

• You can manage up and self‑identify

• Lastly, and most importantly, you are insatiably curious, kind, and empathic. Your worldview is not insular, but expansive. You are ready to do something meaningful and impactful. And above all, you love to learn and get things done.

Application Deadline:

This role will be open for applications through October 28, 2026. The posting may be extended or closed earlier based on business needs.