Buyer - Manufacturing and Supply Chain Purchasing

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Sourcing Solutions - Join Velocity Electronics, a Jabil Company, as our next BUYER in Austin, Texas
We are looking for a driven Buyer to oversee and expand Velocity's supplier network while partnering closely with our sales team to ensure full fulfillment of customer component requirements. This role is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and procurement activities to secure competitive pricing, quality products, and on-time delivery.
Procurement & Order Management: Manage the purchasing process and oversee the expediting of materials from all suppliers to ensure timely delivery and supply continuity.
Support the sales team by conducting vendor evaluations, sourcing components, reviewing datasheets, providing technical assistance, supporting BOM requirements, negotiating pricing, and expediting orders.
Supplier Relationship Building: Continuously develop and strengthen vendor partnerships to improve service levels, pricing, and reliability.
Performance & Goal Achievement : Consistently meet or exceed performance goals established by management.
Prepare and provide procurement and vendor performance reports as requested.
Inbound Order Expediting: Proactively track and expedite inbound shipments to prevent delays and ensure on-time fulfillment.
Accounting Coordination: Collaborate with the accounting team to verify payment terms, credit arrangements, and financial documentation with suppliers.
2+ years of purchasing or relevant industry experience, preferably within the semiconductor/electronics industry.
~ Knowledge of complex enterprise platforms including ERP such as SAP and Commodity

Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Annual Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
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