Midsized automotive manufacturer for military and other specialty applications, located near the Northside of Chicago is seeking a Buyer. This is an onsite position
The company has a history of long tenure with our workforce. We offer a very generous employee package.
Responsibilities Include:
- Sourcing of assigned production and prototype materials that may include electronic components, wire, hardware, machined parts, die castings, stampings, injected molded parts, etc.
- Sourcing of assigned nonproduction supplies and services.
- Daily release of PO’s and follow up as required for production items, non-production supplies, and capital expenditures.
- Manage supplier relationship including strategic selection, contract negotiations, and supplier performance evaluations.
- Problem solving as required for assigned commodities as it relates to cost, quality, and delivery that affect internal and external customer satisfaction.
- Initiate and support cross-functional project management initiatives to improve supply chain performance metrics and customer satisfaction.
- Keep abreast of market conditions and how they affect the components purchased.
Requirements:
- Strong communication and negotiating skills.
- Effective problem solving.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate critical information across cross-functional departments.
- Organized, analytical, and detail orientated person willing to accept challenges.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents.
- 3+ years Purchasing, Manufacturing or relevant business (Customer Service or Inside Sales) related experience preferred.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business preferred.
- CPIM or APICS certification preferred.
Benefits:
- 401K + Company Match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Paid Life, STD & LTD, Paid Vacation and 11 Paid Holidays per year.
Qualified candidates (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee, or Asylee) must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis to be employed in the United States.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, marital, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Yes or No Response Required: Are You a US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee?
Work Location: In person