Description

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, this role is responsible for purchasing tools and parts following established procedures, issuing tools and parts to maintenance mechanics, and maintaining accurate inventory through effective record-keeping practices.

Primary Responsibilities/Requirements:

• Purchase goods, materials, components, or services per MRO Purchasing Requisition requests.
• Maintain and monitor supplier performance and adherence to terms and conditions.
• Expedites purchase orders based on changing demand and/or supplier performance.
• Negotiates to ensure highest quality, lowest cost, competitive lead time, and minimal inventory investment.
• Maintains item database including current unit costs, supplier information, and item master data.
• Reviews and resolves invoice variances with suppliers and accounts payable as needed.
• Identifies, develops, leads, and participates in continuous improvement opportunities.
• Maintain professional relationships with key vendors.
• Establish alternative sourcing for critical and long lead items.
• Maintain price comparison strategies to ensure favorable continuity.
• Track all purchases for scheduling, status, and contract compliancy.
• Assist sales with ‘A’ items.

Commitments and Location:

• Full-Time Role Based in Dixon, IL
• Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Benefits Include:

• Base salary starting at $40,000 - $45,000
• Commission/Bonus program with potential of up to 10% of salary.
• Productivity bonus, paid quarterly. Average 2023 annual payout was $6,000. Payouts are based on overall company profitability and attendance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k with company match.
• Paid holidays and vacation.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 2-3 years of experience in related field is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of purchasing and inventory control procedures.
• Work can be performed within a manufacturing plant environment.
• This role does not require any domestic travel.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.