Category Buyer, Technology

Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA)

Austin, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Event Management, Inventory Management, License Management, Logistics, Procurement Strategy, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Sales Cycle, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Licenses, Sourcing Strategy, Technical Support, Warehousing, eSourcing
LOCATION
Austin, Texas
POSTED
1 day ago
Here's the Role:

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where smart sourcing drives real business impact? We’re seeking a Category Buyer to support technology procurement within our strategic sourcing team. You’ll be a central player in delivering sourcing events, managing software subscription life-cycles and issuing purchase order and ProCard transactions. Your insights will influence key decisions, strengthen supplier partnerships and support long-term category strategy. Step into a role where your expertise directly shapes our technology roadmap!

How You’ll Contribute:
  • Purchase low tier software application and license requests. 
  • Manage portfolio of software subscription renewals.
  • Issue and manage purchase orders off existing Master Service Agreements.
  • Act as an authorized ProCard user for the business.
How You’re Qualified:
  • Two or more years of experience in procurement, logistics, warehouse operations, or inventory management or other relevant experience.
How You’ll Stand Out:
  • Knowledge of software life cycles. 
  • Knowledge of technology applications and license management.
How We’ll Support You:

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Equal Opportunity Employer:
  • LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
  • LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email

    lcra.benefits@lcra.org

    . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA)