Buyer I

Leoforce; Humble (TX); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Leoforce is seeking a detail-oriented Buyer I to join our growing purchasing and supply chain team. This role supports manufacturing operations by sourcing materials, components, equipment and services while obtaining competitive pricing, supplier quality, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has purchasing or materials management experience, strong negotiation, and organizational skills, collaborating with suppliers, engineering, and production.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 1+ year of experience in purchasing, procurement, materials management, or a related function.
• Understanding of purchasing principles, supplier management, sourcing strategies, and inventory control.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and supply chain operations.
• Ability to evaluate supplier pricing, quotations, and purchasing decisions.
• Strong negotiation, planning, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and experience with ERP or inventory management systems.
• Oracle Fusion experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Review purchasing requests, verify specifications, and source materials, components, and services from approved suppliers.
• Prepare and distribute RFQs, evaluate supplier proposals, and choose the best overall value based on price, quality, and delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Create and manage purchase orders following established purchasing procedures.
• Review inventory usage and purchasing requirements to support production schedules.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with existing and prospective suppliers, including onboarding new vendors.
• Track supplier performance on pricing, quality, delivery reliability, and responsiveness, and recommend improvements to the approved supplier base.
• Expedite shipments and resolve delivery delays with vendors and transportation providers.
• Work with engineering and manufacturing to source new or modified parts, materials, and services.
• Resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders, delivered quantities, product quality, and pricing.
• Find cost-saving opportunities and support annual procurement cost-reduction initiatives.
• Help negotiate supplier and subcontractor contracts, including stocking agreements and consignment programs.
• Keep purchasing records accurate, and track costs, delivery performance, and quality metrics in ERP and inventory systems.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Supplier management

Excel

ERP experience

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Herramientas

Oracle Fusion

ERP systems

Inventory management systems

Descripción del empleo

Experience: Entry Level
Salary: $27 - $30 per hour

Job Details

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Buyer I to join our growing purchasing and supply chain team. This role supports manufacturing operations by sourcing materials, components, equipment and services while getting competitive pricing, supplier quality and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate brings purchasing or materials management experience, strong negotiation and organizational skills, and the ability to work well with suppliers, engineering, manufacturing and other internal teams. The role is mostly office-based, with regular time on the manufacturing floor.

What You Will Do

• Review purchasing requests, verify specifications, and source materials, components, and services from approved suppliers.
• Prepare and distribute RFQs, evaluate supplier proposals, and choose the best overall value based on price, quality, and delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Create and manage purchase orders following established purchasing procedures.
• Review inventory usage and purchasing requirements to support production schedules.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with existing and prospective suppliers, including onboarding new vendors.
• Track supplier performance on pricing, quality, delivery reliability, and responsiveness, and recommend improvements to the approved supplier base.
• Expedite shipments and resolve delivery delays with vendors and transportation providers.
• Work with engineering and manufacturing to source new or modified parts, materials, and services.
• Resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders, delivered quantities, product quality, and pricing.
• Find cost-saving opportunities and support annual procurement cost-reduction initiatives.
• Help negotiate supplier and subcontractor contracts, including stocking agreements and consignment programs.
• Keep purchasing records accurate, and track costs, delivery performance, and quality metrics in ERP and inventory systems.

What We Provide

• Hourly, $27-$30/hr
• 8-Month Contract with Potential to Convert
• Full-Time
• Career Growth in Procurement and Supply Chain

What We Believe

Not sure if you meet every qualification? We still encourage you to apply! We value inclusivity, welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds, including non-traditional paths. Unique experiences enrich our team, and the willingness to dream big makes you an exceptional candidate!

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• 1+ year of experience in purchasing, procurement, materials management, or a related function
• Understanding of purchasing principles, supplier management, sourcing strategies, and inventory control
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and supply chain operations
• Ability to evaluate supplier pricing, quotations, and purchasing decisions
• Strong negotiation, planning, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and experience with ERP or inventory management systems
• Oracle Fusion experience preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred

A bit about us

We are a global manufacturer of high-performance polymer products and engineered solutions. We design and produce precision components for demanding industrial applications. Our work depends on technically complex manufacturing, and our purchasing and supply chain team keeps it running by making sure the right materials, components and services arrive on time, at the right quality and at a competitive cost. We are growing that team and want a motivated Buyer I who wants to build a long-term career in procurement inside a technically sophisticated manufacturing environment.

Why join us

• 8-month contract with potential to convert to a full-time role
• Competitive hourly pay ($27-$30/hr)
• Hands-on experience across the full purchasing cycle, from RFQ to PO to delivery
• Close collaboration with engineering, production and supplier teams
• Develop expertise in supplier negotiations, sourcing, inventory management and cost optimization
• A strong base for long-term career growth in procurement and supply chain management