Materials Buyer — Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation

Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 29,893 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Direct Deposit & weekly payroll

Referral Bonus Programs

Job summary

A staffing firm located in Austin, Texas is seeking a candidate for a purchasing role. Responsibilities include negotiating pricing, managing suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. This position requires 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement and familiarity with systems like SAP. A bachelor's degree is required. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401K plan. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm CST.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes and purchasing strategies.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing and purchase terms under supervision.
• Request and evaluate quotes for materials and procure them.
• Expedite and track orders to ensure timely receipt of materials.

Skills

Data analysis

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or supply chain management

Tools

SAP

SCV

ARIBA

Job description

A staffing firm located in Austin, Texas is seeking a candidate for a purchasing role. Responsibilities include negotiating pricing, managing suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. This position requires 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement and familiarity with systems like SAP. A bachelor's degree is required. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401K plan. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm CST.