Buyer

Job Title: Buyer

Location: Oak Brook, IL

Duration: Contract

Role Description:

Min of 5 yr exp with a specific commodity (see below). Preference is around 8-12 yrs exp with any of the commodities. The higher the experience level, the more responsibility (i.e., lower level experience candidate will be primarily asked for review and initial recommendation on processes/tasks, the highest level of experience candidate will be managing the entire scope of a commodity)

Interview process: preference for in person in Oakbrook, 1 hr long, 1-2 manager attending

Hrs/week: full time, lots of overtime possible

A VERY high demanding & high performing team, need individuals who are self-starters, able to hit the ground running asap. SAP and excel (think pivots/vlookups/macros etc) MANDATORY (Client will train on any homegrown systems). Background in procurement, supply chain, purchasing mandatory (at a global level highly preferred).

Individuals will manage all tasks/work up to contract signature (this will be done by client manager), will not be dealing with cash, will process/work with large quantities and lots of $$. Preference is for higher skill level (8+ yrs) but will entertain lower-level skills as well. Individuals must be able to read and understand blueprints and specifications, have logistical knowledge, be able to perform a tech review/quality of product, understand how to navigate for information (most of that being web based).

Activities individuals will perform as part of their job duties: analysis (data science, data analytics), resourcing actions, supplier negotiations, surcharge management, reporting, payment resolutions, WMF (waste minimization fund) mitigations, market test and tech reviews.

Analyze and evaluate external price trends and new product offerings to reduce overall purchasing costs

Collaborate with suppliers to assure the quality of their products, materials, components and/or operations and develop supply recommendations

Ensure suppliers can meet forecasted demand

May coordinate efforts in the reduction of purchasing/engineering costs and establish cost for new products

May participate in design and/or technical reviews

May select, recommend and manage relationships with major suppliers, vendors, or sub-contractors to ensure the organization receives satisfactory standards of service.