Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Our client—a trailblazer in empowering life-saving therapies for patients around the world—is seeking a Material Buyer to join their fast-paced and mission-driven Supply Chain team in Houston, TX.
In this key role, you’ll ensure seamless execution of material planning and purchasing activities that directly support production readiness, inventory optimization, and on-time delivery. You'll work cross-functionally with Supply Planning, Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Production teams to turn planned orders into action—helping to keep life-saving products moving through the pipeline and into the hands of those who need them most.
If you're a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment—this is your opportunity to make a real difference.
salary: $19.21 - $24.21 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors
Responsibilities
As a Material Buyer, Job Duties Include:
- Convert planned orders into detailed material plans, ensuring timely and accurate availability of materials to support production schedules.
- Collaborate with Supply Planners, Schedulers, and Project Managers to maintain responsive and up-to-date material plans that reflect evolving production needs.
- Create and maintain material planning parameters in planning systems and ensure accuracy of master data within the ERP system.
- Partner with Procurement to transition material requirements into Purchase Orders, and expedite material availability through close coordination with inbound logistics and procurement teams.
- Develop and implement safety stock and inventory strategies to minimize risk and ensure continuity of supply.
- Work with Quality Assurance on vendor qualification and ensure that master data is maintained accurately to support compliance and operational excellence.
- 3+ years of experience in material planning, supply chain operations, or production planning in a regulated industry (e.g., pharmaceuticals, biotech, or manufacturing).
- Working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and planning systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with supply chain KPIs and reporting tools preferred.
Skills
Qualifications
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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
