Buyer

Velocityelectronics

Austin permanent

Posted: October 9, 2025

Required Skills

Job Description

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.

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