Buyer

UPLIFT Desk•Austin, TX

14d•Onsite

About The Position

At UPLIFT Desk, we’re not just building ergonomic workstations—we’re shaping how people work and live. As the ecommerce industry leader in height-adjustable desks, we’ve grown by delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions that promote health, productivity, and well-being. Our success is rooted in our core values: Customer Obsession, Innovation, Accountability, and Results Oriented. As a Buyer, you will support UPLIFT Desk’s purchasing activities, manage vendor relationships, and ensure the timely procurement of high-quality goods at competitive pricing. This role requires strong attention to detail, negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to support inventory and operational needs.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships.
Intermediate spreadsheet skills (Google Sheets or Excel) and strong attention to detail.
Analytical mindset with a focus on cost efficiency and problem-solving.
Strong communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience using ERP systems for purchasing/inventory (NetSuite preferred).
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
3+ years of experience in procurement, ecommerce preferred.
Experience in international procurement, contracting and supply chain management, Asia experience preferred.
Familiarity working with sophisticated tools for demand and supply planning (i.e Blue Ridge).

Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers to meet organizational requirements.
Process purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and new product offerings.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing to achieve favorable agreements, optimizing costs while maintaining quality and service levels.
Monitor vendor performance, ensuring adherence to quality, delivery timelines, and contractual obligations.
Maintain accurate procurement records and vendor databases.
Work closely with internal teams to understand their procurement needs and specifications, while being an organizational champion of cost-consciousness.
Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with internal teams to support demand planning and stock availability.
Perform other tasks as necessary to ensure the success of the organization.

Benefits

A merit-based environment that rewards growth and accomplishment regardless of seniority
Generous paid time off
4% 401K company matching with instant vesting (after one year)
Excellent group health insurance available to employees and dependents, including domestic partners (medical plan, 2 dental plans, and a vision plan to choose from)
Flexible spending account (FSA) for health care and child care costs
Company-paid & Supplementary Life Insurance; Long-term & Short-term disability
Free UPLIFT Desk (after one year)
50% discount on all UPLIFT products
Free healthy (and not so healthy) snacks and drinks
On-the-job training and skills development
A supportive and engaging work culture that promotes healthy living