Buyer

Responsible for the purchasing of equipment, materials, supplies and subcontracted services used throughout the company. Tracks and expedites purchase orders throughout the production and shipping process to ensure timely delivery of parts. 

• Coordinates with applicable departments on the procurement of assigned commodities
• Contacts approved suppliers for pricing and delivery information
• Monitors and expedites orders with suppliers for outside services and materials
• Generates purchase orders in ERP following established procedures
• Tracks all aspects of purchase orders through production and shipping using ERP system
• Monitors current and incoming stock availability to determine quantities and schedules for items to be purchased
• Resolves issues with late deliveries, shortages or quality problems and alerts Purchasing Manager when needed
• Ensures all rejected materials are processed and dispositions are handled in a timely manner
• Works on goals to reduce costs and to improve delivery and purchasing methods
• Negotiates pricing, pay terms and delivery schedule with suppliers to ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions
• Works with production scheduler to maintain and update shop floor production schedule
• Advises Production of any work issues or concerns with purchases
• Communicates with Supervisor and others to receive instructions and coordinate job activities
• Performs all job functions to meet acceptable quality and performance standards
• Uses basic office equipment including but not limited to: copier, scanner, computer, printer, and phone system 
• (May) Review, qualify and recommend potential new suppliers

May be required to follow other job-related instructions and duties, as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience purchasing/buying within a metal manufacturing environment
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Capable of working well independently and as part of a team
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and able to perform tasks within company’s ERP system (Epicor preferred)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional Procurement Certification (APICS, CPM, CPSM)
• Basic blueprint reading and metalworking experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to communicate with others
• Accommodation as required for reading documents, prints, computer screens, and quality instruments

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Typical metal manufacturing environment with exposure to powder coat paint facility. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing and computer skills. Working remotely is available. 

Benefits Programs

· Group Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available at 31st day of full-time employment.

· Company-provided Term Life Insurance on the 1st of the month following or coinciding 90 days of employment.

· Participation in our 401(k) program on the 1st of the month following or coinciding 30 days if employment, which includes fully vested company matching.

· Short and Long Term Disability program after 1st year of employment.

Paid Time Off

· Company Paid Holidays after 30 days of employment.

· IL Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLA)

· Vacation Time is based on employment anniversary and will be given per the following schedule:

1 week after 6 months, 1 week after 1 year, 2 weeks after 2 years, 3 weeks after 5 years.