Buyer

Target Start Date: August 17, 2026
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire
Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)
Location: Houston, TX 77079

Compensation

Salary Range: $60,000 - $68,000 annually

Preferred Qualification: Experience with Acumatica ERP is highly preferred. Candidates with Acumatica expertise may be considered at the upper end of the salary range.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to support daily purchasing and expediting activities across the organization. This role is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate procurement of materials, equipment, and services while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting procurement initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to contribute to an efficient and high-performing procurement team.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Verify pricing, terms, and supplier information for all procurement transactions.
• Monitor open orders, expedite deliveries, and resolve order discrepancies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for suppliers regarding order status and related inquiries.
• Obtain vendor quotes, evaluate options, and support pricing validation efforts.
• Maintain procurement records and documentation within the ERP system.
• Partner with inventory, warehouse, and operations teams to ensure timely receipt of materials.
• Assist with procurement reporting and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies, approval workflows, and audit requirements.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or buyer experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as Acumatica, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service mindset and collaborative approach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting inventory-driven or multi-site operations.
• Familiarity with supplier management and sourcing activities.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with data and reporting.

Core Competencies

• Process-driven and results-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective cross-functional communication
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing demands
• Collaborative team player with strong follow-through