Buyer, IT​/Tech

Be part of a dynamic, growth-driven team - Velocity Electronics is hiring a BUYER in Austin!

We're looking for a talented professional to assist our sales team in fulfilling customers' component requirements through sourcing, procurement, and sales support - ensuring exceptional experiences and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage opportunities presented by sales team.
• Makes the best procurement decision for the Company.
• Ability to place PO's independently depending on value and GP%.
• Vendor management.
• Strategic trading (Suppliers/Brokers).
• Works requirements for sellers including vendor evaluations, datasheet lookup, technical support, BOM support, vendor negotiation and expediting.
• Enters and modifies purchase orders and VRMAs.
• Exceeds goals as set by management.
• Prepares reports when requested.
• Expedites and track open orders.
• Assists accounting department by confirming terms, payment stipulations and credit.

Qualifications:

• 4-year college degree.
• 2+ years of purchasing/buyer experience in the electronic components industry
• Computer literate: experience with complex ERP systems preferred

Why Join Velocity Electronics?

At Velocity Electronics, our culture is powered by purpose and defined by values: Be Amazing Today, Demonstrate Mutual Respect and Trust, Act Courageously, and Own Your Outcomes. These aren't just words - they're the foundation of how we lead, grow, and win together.

Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment? Here, you'll be empowered to own your journey, build meaningful partnerships, and make a real impact through bold, innovative solutions.

Join one of the world's leading independent electronic component distributors, trusted by top-tier contract manufacturers and OEMs across the globe.

This is an on-site role based in Austin - at the heart of where global ideas meet world-class execution.