Buyer

Adecco is hiring immediately for a Buyer with a local client in Austin, TX. Pay is $30.00/hr. - $ 31.50/hr. Duties: • Negotiates pricing and other terms of purchase under supervision. • 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 Qualifications: • 3-5 years of experience. • 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 • 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. • Bachelor's degree Required: Yes - A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field is typically preferred • Computer Skills: Required: procurement software SAP/SCV/ARIBA Click on apply now for immediate consideration for this Buyer in Austin, TX. We look forward to hearing from you! Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Pay Details: $30.00 to $31.50 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Created: 2026-03-10