Onsite Materials Buyer-Austin, Texas

Yoh Services LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,460 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401K Retirement Saving Plan

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Discount Programs

Referral Bonus Programs

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Yoh Services LLC in Austin, Texas is seeking an Onsite Materials Buyer for a 12-month contract-to-hire opportunity. The ideal candidate will negotiate pricing and manage suppliers, ensuring timely procurement of materials and components.

The position requires strong analytical, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, along with 3 to 5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement. The company offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401K retirement saving plan.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with vendors and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing and terms of purchase under supervision.
• Lead purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments.
• Resolve material-related accounting and receiving issues.

Skills

Solid interpersonal skills

Strong analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or related field

Tools

SAP

SCV

ARIBA

Job description

Onsite Materials Buyer needed for a 12 month contract to hire opportunity with Yoh’s client located in Austin, Texas.

Pay Rate: $33 to $38 per hour.

The Big Picture – Top Skills You Should Possess:

• Solid interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations

What You Will Be Doing:

• Negotiates pricing and other terms of purchase under supervision. Manage non‑strategic suppliers (approx. $5M). Quotes materials; procures materials, components, equipment and services at the lowest cost consistent with consideration of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Expedites and ensures the timely receipt of materials.
• Works with engineering and MPM or SCM to recommend new suppliers. Issues RFQs, analyzes proposals, negotiates prices and delivery, issues and/or adjusts purchase orders in a timely manner. Follows up on orders, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records. Negotiates vendor contracts, as appropriate. Follows purchasing business processes.
• Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.
• Leads problem resolution for material‑related accounting and receiving issues.

Functional Knowledge:

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
• Understanding of supply chain processes and purchasing strategies.
• Knowledge of inventory management and logistics.
• Familiarity with contract management and vendor relations.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

Business Expertise:

• Knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; awareness of competition and market differentiators.
• Significant experience in purchasing or procurement, often ranging from 3 to 5 years.
• Experience in a similar industry or with specific products relevant to the hiring organization may be required.

What You Need to Bring to the Table:

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies.

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and pricing.
• Excellent analytical skills to assess vendors and evaluate product quality and cost‑effectiveness.
• Proficiency in procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Motivation, initiative, collaboration, connectivity and coaching.

Bonus Points! Otherwise Known As Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field is typically preferred.
• Required: Data analysis, inventory management, procurement processes, and supply chain technologies. Computer skills: procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA. Soft skills: effective communication, negotiation, critical thinking, and problem‑solving.
• 3 to 5 years of experience.

What’s In It For You?

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Retirement Saving Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Direct Deposit & weekly e‑payroll
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus ProgramsHealth Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Certification and training opportunities

Estimated Min Rate: $33.00

Estimated Max Rate: $38.00

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

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