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Outform Group Career Center is Hiring a Print Buyer Near Chicago, IL
Job Summary
The Print Buyer strategically sources printed materials that contribute to manufacturing schedules and pricing established in a fast pace environment. They also maintain a high quality of materials received. The Print Buyer obtains, reviews and clarifies client specifications from Outform’s Account Project Managers and delivers back estimates that meet all requirements at the best price. The Print Buyer demonstrates an understanding of the printing and fabrication domain for temp, semi-temp, and permanent displays in-store.
Responsibilities
- Collaborates with project managers and suppliers to improve a just-in-time program to minimize lead time and cost
- Shortens product lead time by updating and tracking panel of suppliers' on time delivery and taking corrective action in line with the aim of achieving continuous supplier performance
- Procures sample parts as required
- Analyzes buy history and shortages to determine best method of procurement and expedite according to work order start dates
- Develops and monitors supplier performance metrics
- Updates costing after verification by our vendors
- Manages all purchase orders: correspondence, quotes, etc.
- Maintains open communication with our suppliers on lead-times
- Works effectively and professionally with inter-departmental personnel
Qualifications
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- 4 year print buying experience purchasing print on a wide variety of substrates including paper, foam-core, corrugated, magnetic and plastics
- 2 years sourcing print including identifying and qualifying new suppliers
- 4 years of experience working with internal and external partners, obtaining and providing estimates
- Experience and knowledge of: Litho printing, Silk-screening, Digital printing, Mounting, Die Cutting, Assembly, Kitting preferred.
- Able to read and thoroughly understand blueprints, engineering CAD drawings and is able to interpret for proper pricing
- Has strong math skills, especially involving percentages
- Experience working in Project Management Systems is a plus
- Experience working in D365 is a plus
Characteristics
- Maintains a strong work ethic/driven by successful and proven results
- Detail oriented
- Responsive and meets deadlines
- Adaptable/fast learner
- Good interpersonal skills, team player and good communication skills
- Passionate about providing accurate and timely pricing to our clients
- Strong organization ability and time management skills
Job Summary
Full Time
$72k-92k (estimate)
05/10/2024
07/08/2024
The job skills required for Print Buyer include Project Management, Communication Skills, Microsoft Office, Purchasing, Time Management, Pricing, etc. Having related job skills and expertise will give you an advantage when applying to be a Print Buyer. That makes you unique and can impact how much salary you can get paid. Below are job openings related to skills required by Print Buyer. Select any job title you are interested in and start to search job requirements.
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