LHH
Buyer
Location:
Highland Park, IL Industry:
Wine & Spirits / Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Employment Type:
Full-Time Seniority Level:
Mid-Level Salary Range:
$70,000 - $80,000 per year
Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.
Position Summary: We are partnering with a growing, family-owned global wine and spirits company seeking a motivated Buyer. The Buyer will be responsible for procuring goods across various categories, including displays, apparel, barware, and more. This role requires managing supplier relationships, inventory control, and collaborating closely with manufacturing, product development, logistics, and sales teams. This is an onsite position, Monday through Friday, located in Highland Park, IL. Key Responsibilities: Manage purchasing activities in alignment with bi-annual forecasting and distribution schedules. Maintain detailed inventory reports and analysis, including inbound status and pricing updates. Recommend production adjustments based on inventory levels and sales feedback. Source and communicate with suppliers locally and internationally, negotiating pricing while maintaining quality standards. Ensure item catalog consistency across internal documentation, ERP systems, and warehouses. Candidate Profile: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred. 3+ years of experience in buying or planning roles. Proven experience negotiating and managing suppliers, including international partners. Proficient in ERP software, with NetSuite experience a plus. Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Physical Demands: Ability to sit for extended periods of time. Compensation and Benefits: Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year. Eligible for performance-based bonuses (if applicable, add details). Medical insurance plans offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including PPO and HSA options. Employer HSA contributions up to $2,000 annually based on coverage level. Dental and vision insurance available; employee contributions apply. Paid Time Off (PTO) of 80 hours per year, prorated in the first year. 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday annually. Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance coverage up to $200,000. Short-term disability insurance providing 60% of salary up to $1,000 per week (coverage begins after 1 day for accidents or 8 days for illness, up to 13 weeks). Voluntary life and AD&D insurance options with guaranteed issue amounts.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Highland Park, IL Industry:
Wine & Spirits / Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Employment Type:
Full-Time Seniority Level:
Mid-Level Salary Range:
$70,000 - $80,000 per year
Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.
Position Summary: We are partnering with a growing, family-owned global wine and spirits company seeking a motivated Buyer. The Buyer will be responsible for procuring goods across various categories, including displays, apparel, barware, and more. This role requires managing supplier relationships, inventory control, and collaborating closely with manufacturing, product development, logistics, and sales teams. This is an onsite position, Monday through Friday, located in Highland Park, IL. Key Responsibilities: Manage purchasing activities in alignment with bi-annual forecasting and distribution schedules. Maintain detailed inventory reports and analysis, including inbound status and pricing updates. Recommend production adjustments based on inventory levels and sales feedback. Source and communicate with suppliers locally and internationally, negotiating pricing while maintaining quality standards. Ensure item catalog consistency across internal documentation, ERP systems, and warehouses. Candidate Profile: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred. 3+ years of experience in buying or planning roles. Proven experience negotiating and managing suppliers, including international partners. Proficient in ERP software, with NetSuite experience a plus. Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Physical Demands: Ability to sit for extended periods of time. Compensation and Benefits: Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year. Eligible for performance-based bonuses (if applicable, add details). Medical insurance plans offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including PPO and HSA options. Employer HSA contributions up to $2,000 annually based on coverage level. Dental and vision insurance available; employee contributions apply. Paid Time Off (PTO) of 80 hours per year, prorated in the first year. 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday annually. Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance coverage up to $200,000. Short-term disability insurance providing 60% of salary up to $1,000 per week (coverage begins after 1 day for accidents or 8 days for illness, up to 13 weeks). Voluntary life and AD&D insurance options with guaranteed issue amounts.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance