Buyer/Sr. Buyer

Atlas Copco Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Annual bonus potential

Paid time off

Job summary

Atlas Copco Group is seeking a Buyer/Sr. Buyer for our Service Center North America, based in Houston. The role specializes in timely, cost-effective procurement to support customer demand, manufacturing, and repairs, while building strong supplier partnerships.

The position requires 2-5 years in purchasing or related fields, a Business/Supply Chain degree, and proficiency in Excel; SAP experience is a plus. Hybrid work arrangement offered with travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory management, or a related business function.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook; SAP experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Positive, energetic, and eager-to-learn mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders from placement through delivery to support customer and production schedules.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to improve cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Identify and develop new suppliers to strengthen the local supply base and supply chain resilience.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align sourcing activities with customer demand and operational needs.
• Track procurement data and supplier performance using SAP, Excel, and other sourcing tools.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance sourcing efficiency and service levels.
• Travel up to 20% as needed to visit suppliers, support sourcing initiatives, and strengthen supplier relationships.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Supplier relationship management

Sourcing

Communication

Relationship-building

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business / Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Your role

Bring your curiosity to work as our next Buyer/Sr. Buyer. You will be part of our Service Center North America (SCNA) Sourcing Team reporting to Sourcing Manager. In this role, your mission is to ensure the timely, cost-effective procurement of materials and services that support customer demand, manufacturing, and repair operations while building strong supplier partnerships. You will contribute directly to how we create high‑quality products and solutions for our customers.

Your day-to-day

• Manage purchase orders from placement through delivery to support customer and production schedules.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to improve cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Identify and develop new suppliers to strengthen the local supply base and supply chain resilience.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align sourcing activities with customer demand and operational needs.
• Track procurement data and supplier performance using SAP, Excel, and other sourcing tools.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance sourcing efficiency and service levels.
• Travel up to 20% as needed to visit suppliers, support sourcing initiatives, and strengthen supplier relationships.

Your Skills And Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory management, or a related business function.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook; SAP experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Positive, energetic, and eager-to-learn mindset.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

Your Compensation And Benefits

At Atlas Copco Group, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation. Compensation is determined based on the position and its responsibilities, without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our compensation offering is designed to be locally relevant, competitive, and aligned with the expectations of current and future talent.

The actual annual gross base salary range for this position is $76,000 to $103,000. The actual compensation package will be determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including but not limited to the qualifications, experience, and skills demonstrated during the recruitment process. In addition to base salary, this position may include an annual bonus incentive, paid time off (including vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays), and a 401k with up to a 6% match.

Beyond compensation, we believe that a rewarding career is about having opportunities to learn, grow, contribute, and develop in an environment built on trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At Atlas Copco Group, we support our people in building long-term careers while making a meaningful impact through their work.

Your job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our Service Center in Houston, United States (US).

This is located near William P Hobby Airport in Houston, TX.

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long‑term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

About

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us. If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us:

Talent Acquisition: Ally Romero