Buyer

About the Role

Buyer

Austin, TX

Type: Contract-to-Hire
Category: Administrative
Reference ID: 10064085

Buyer / Procurement Specialist

• Location: East Austin, TX | Hybrid (3 days WFH)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Employment Type: 3-month contract (covering maternity leave)
• Pay: $40-50/hr
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k) available

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Buyer / Procurement Specialist to support day-to-day purchasing activities during a maternity leave coverage. This role is responsible for managing the procurement of spare parts and services, supporting operations teams, and ensuring purchasing activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies.

This position works closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to manage requests, negotiate pricing, and support multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily purchasing activities for parts and services
• Process and clear purchase requisitions on a daily basis
• Focus on achieving the lowest total cost of ownership for parts and services
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures
• Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders to support operational needs
• Develop scopes of work with internal teams to mitigate risk and ensure clarity
• Lead supplier negotiations through contract award
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Manage supplier performance, contracts, and claims as needed
• Track purchasing activity, savings, and supplier productivity initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent procurement experience considered
• 5+ years of procurement, purchasing, or contract management experience
• Hands-on experience with purchasing and supplier negotiations
• Experience using SAP ERP systems for ordering and tracking
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role based in East Austin, requiring in-office presence two days per week and remote work three days per week.