Buyer
LMK Recruiting Solutions Chicago $60,000 - $70,000/year
Buyer
Greater Chicago Area, IL (On-Site)
Greater Chicago Area, IL (On-Site)
Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to join a growing industrial technology organization.. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of critical materials.
This position will focus on sourcing and purchasing a variety of materials, including electronic components, machined parts, metal fabrications, and MRO supplies, while supporting a Just-In-Time (JIT) production environment.
What You'll Do- Source and purchase materials including electronic components, MRO items, machined parts, and fabricated metal components
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and performance
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and terms to optimize cost, quality, and lead times
- Monitor and expedite purchase orders to meet production timelines and prevent delays
- Partner with inventory and production teams to align material flow with JIT requirements
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and vendor data within ERP systems
- Troubleshoot and resolve supply chain issues, including shortages, delays, and quality concerns
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, planning, quality, and production teams
- 2+ years of experience in a Buyer or procurement role within a manufacturing environment
- Experience purchasing electronic components (strongly preferred)
- Background in industrial, equipment, or manufacturing settings
- Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office tools
- Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics BC or similar preferred)
- Familiarity with machining, metal fabrication, and MRO purchasing is a plus
- Self-starter with strong accountability and follow-through
- Join a growing, innovative organization in a critical supply chain function
- High visibility role with direct impact on production and operations
- Opportunity to work cross-functionally and influence supplier performance
- Fast-paced environment with room for growth and development
Michael PageChicago
applicants.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Strategic Sourcing Buyer - Logistics should have:
• A solid understanding of procurement and supply chain principles, particularly in the logistics category.
• Strong negotiation and contract management...
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Michael PageChicago
minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Strategic Buyer should have:
• Experience in procurement or supply chain management within the business services industry...