Buyer II

Integrated Water Services Inc•Austin, TX

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Buyer II to support day-to-day purchasing activities that keep our manufacturing operations running smoothly. This role is responsible for managing assigned suppliers and commodities, ensuring materials are delivered on time, at the right cost, and in alignment with production needs. You’ll partner closely with Production, Engineering, Inventory, and Quality teams to maintain uninterrupted workflow while driving supplier performance and process improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–5 years of purchasing or supply chain experience (manufacturing preferred)
Experience sourcing direct materials for production environments
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, etc.)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
Attention to detail and data accuracy
Strong communication and follow-through
Sense of urgency with a customer-focused mindset
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Continuous improvement mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience with onsite inventory and warehouse operations
Exposure to RFQs and supplier negotiations
Understanding of production planning, lead times, and inventory optimization
CPIM, CPSM, or similar certification (or in progress)

Responsibilities

Procure direct and indirect materials, components, and services to support production schedules
Manage supplier relationships, including pricing, lead times, delivery, and issue resolution
Execute and manage purchase orders and changes within ERP/MRP systems
Track and expedite orders to meet production and customer commitments
Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and compliance
Collaborate with Production Planning and Inventory teams to align purchasing with demand
Monitor inventory levels, reorder points, and safety stock targets
Support cycle counts, discrepancy resolution, and root cause analysis
Help mitigate risks related to long lead times, obsolescence, and demand volatility
Support RFQs, sourcing initiatives, and supplier negotiations
Identify cost savings and lead time reduction opportunities
Analyze spend and supplier performance data to inform decisions
Participate in process improvement initiatives across procurement workflows
Serve as a procurement point of contact for assigned commodities or product lines
Partner with Engineering on specifications and changes
Work with Quality on supplier issues and corrective actions
Support audits and internal controls related to purchasing and inventory