Buyer
Company: Robert Half
Location: Woodway
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We are looking for an
experienced Buyer to join our team on a contract basis in Waco,
Texas. This role is integral to managing supplier relationships and
ensuring the timely procurement of materials and services. The
ideal candidate will excel in negotiation, vendor management, and
fostering efficient communication to support operational
objectives. Responsibilities: • Negotiate contracts, blanket
orders, and spot-buys to secure favorable terms for the
organization. • Ensure suppliers meet industry standards, including
AS9100 and ISO14001 compliance. • Monitor supplier performance
through scorecards, addressing quality, cost, and delivery
concerns. • Identify cost-saving opportunities in materials,
processing, and transportation while aligning with organizational
goals. • Plan and schedule orders for purchased materials and
processes using organizational systems and master schedules. •
Expedite and coordinate the flow of materials, parts, and
assemblies to maintain production timelines. • Revise purchase and
manufacturing orders based on material availability, workforce, and
production capacity. • Support production planning by maintaining
manufacturing orders and creating pick lists. • Participate in
non-conformance meetings to address product-related issues as
needed. • Collaborate with the Materials Manager and team members
to mitigate business risks and enhance fiscal performance.• Proven
experience in vendor management and negotiation. • Strong knowledge
of purchase orders and procurement processes. • Ability to build
and maintain effective vendor relationships. • Familiarity with
industry standards such as AS9100 and ISO14001. • Proficiency in
planning and scheduling systems for materials and processes. •
Excellent organizational and communication skills. • Ability to
analyze and address supplier performance metrics. • Experience in
production planning and supporting manufacturing activities.
Keywords: Robert Half, Cedar Hill , Buyer, Logistics, Transportation & Drivers , Woodway, Texas
