Multi-Site Buyer II: Manufacturing & Sourcing

United Holdings LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

United Holdings LLC in Houston, TX is hiring a Buyer II to oversee purchasing and tracking of parts for current jobs. The role supports two manufacturing facilities (local and OKC remote) and requires strong negotiation, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration.

On-site, five days a week, with up to 20% travel. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in purchasing, a GED with related experience or a Bachelor’s in supply chain, and proficiency in Excel, SAP BOE, Oracle ERP, and Power BI.

Qualifications

• General Education Degree (GED) with three years related experience
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain strongly preferred or technical/manufacturing background
• Three years of related purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience preferred
• Experience with purchasing components such as electronics, electrical assemblies, fabricated parts, or mechanical components preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with demand forecasting tools

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate materials to secure best value while balancing quality, cost, lead time, and supplier performance
• Remain informed of parts status for each job on the Manufacturing Schedule
• Provide technical support to other buyers
• Supply a weekly parts status report for each project to the purchasing manager
• Communicate with the logistics coordinator to move units between Manufacturing locations
• Follow up on all open POs daily to maintain status of parts ordered
• Confirm all ordered parts delivered at least one week before build start date
• Support workload demands across two manufacturing facilities (local and OKC remote)
• Maintain strong commitment to safety culture
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Reading drawings

Communication

Analytical skills

Excel

Power BI

SAP BOE

Oracle ERP

Forecasting

Education

GED

Bachelor’s in supply chain

Technical/manufacturing background

Tools

SAP BOE

Oracle ERP

Power BI

Excel

Job description

United Holdings LLC in Houston, TX is hiring a Buyer II to oversee purchasing and tracking of parts for current jobs. The role supports two manufacturing facilities (local and OKC remote) and requires strong negotiation, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration.

On-site, five days a week, with up to 20% travel. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in purchasing, a GED with related experience or a Bachelor’s in supply chain, and proficiency in Excel, SAP BOE, Oracle ERP, and Power BI.