Buyer Assistant - Veterans Sourcing Group

Austin, TX 78741

Job Title: Buyer
Job Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid)
Job Duration: 12+ Months
Shift: 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM (CST)

Intake notes:

Recent grad would be okay for this role or someone with possible administrative role in a purchasing environment;
This is a project position that a full-time role could become available later on within the team;
Looking for candidate that is detail oriented, good organization and communication skills, knowledgeable with Microsoft Office; SAP S4 Hana system knowledge a plus;
HM is looking for at least 3 to 5 years of experience

Responsibilities:

Buyer Assistant role.
Will be assisting Buyer with sales orders, on hand inventory and work with freight forwarders to export shipments to Japan and other countries.
Work with Compliance team and export shipments in a timely manner.
Create commercial invoices, inbound/outbound deliveries.
Analyze and communicate relevant data such as vendor quotes, parts lists, reports, etc.
Manage open order base to optimize maximum supplier performance and assist with cost reduction activities.
Interact effectively with internal and external customers.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree can be substituted by minimum of 4 years direct work experience.
Minimum of 3 years of purchasing experience;
Experience in semiconductor manufacturing desired; electronics industry background at a minimum;
Experience in standard purchasing practices related to associated manufacturing, documents (BOMs, specifications, etc.)

Source : Veterans Sourcing Group