Category Buyer

Lower Colorado River Authority • Bastrop, TX

401d

About The Position

The Category Buyer at LCRA plays a crucial role in the procurement team, focusing on sourcing vital materials and services to support internal customer needs. This position requires a strategic mindset and the ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships, ensuring that procurement processes align with organizational goals. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and passionate about procurement and supply chain management, contributing to the mission of improving lives in Central Texas.

Requirements

• Two or more years of experience in procurement, logistics, warehouse operations, or inventory management or other relevant experience.
• Expertise conducting formal and informal purchases for goods/services.
• Experience managing supplier relationships.
• Experience establishing and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Understanding of warehouse operations.
• Understanding of inventory management and control.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing events and execute Purchase Orders for services and materials.
• Manage and replenish storeroom inventory.
• Support multiple stakeholders within the organization with their procurement needs.
• Follow up on existing orders with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Support special projects throughout the year by representing Supply Chain and ensuring compliance with LCRA purchasing policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness program including wellness incentive
• Extensive learning & development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: No Education Listed