Interlake Mecalux, Inc.
Interlake Mecalux, Inc. in Melrose Park is hiring a Technical
Buyer
to join the Purchasing team! The Technical
Buyer
is responsible for acquiring materials, supplies, and services to support manufacturing and operations, with a continuous focus on improving quality and reducing costs.
Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.
Responsibilities: Enter Purchase Orders (PO’s) and enter purchased receipts into system. Place purchase orders for goods that have standard costs and quoted discounts already in place. Execute purchasing requirements as established by global purchasing department of parent company, ensuring contracts with suppliers and vendors are consistent with corporate objectives. Coordinate purchasing activities with other departments to maintain inventory at planned levels. Review opportunities for new supply sources and suitability of materials offered. Perform comparative analysis (minimum of 3 quotes) to ensure best price while maintaining quality standards. Follow up on orders. Coordinate purchasing quality and on-time deliveries. Communicate with accounting department to request additional documentation from suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies from quoted purchase orders. Communicate with logistics department to confirm receipt of goods and services. Enter Purchase Orders (PO's) and enter purchased receipts into SAP. Create various monthly, yearly, and weekly reports to show information such as required amounts of materials needed, manufacturing costs, etc. Other duties as needed.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Accounting, or related work experience. Masters preferred. 5 years of experience in a technical buyer role, or related work experience. Detail-oriented with ability to prioritize and multi-task in fast-paced environment. Excellent communications skills. Ability to work in an open, team environment. Familiarity with SAP is valued. Advanced MS Excel skills. Strong negotiations skills. Spanish language fluency preferred.
Interlake Mecalux offers: Competitive compensation. Become part of an industry leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement. 401(k) plan with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating. Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year. Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits. Opportunities for career development and advancement; specialize in specific areas or gain new skills in different departments.
Buyer
to join the Purchasing team! The Technical
Buyer
is responsible for acquiring materials, supplies, and services to support manufacturing and operations, with a continuous focus on improving quality and reducing costs.
Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.
Responsibilities: Enter Purchase Orders (PO’s) and enter purchased receipts into system. Place purchase orders for goods that have standard costs and quoted discounts already in place. Execute purchasing requirements as established by global purchasing department of parent company, ensuring contracts with suppliers and vendors are consistent with corporate objectives. Coordinate purchasing activities with other departments to maintain inventory at planned levels. Review opportunities for new supply sources and suitability of materials offered. Perform comparative analysis (minimum of 3 quotes) to ensure best price while maintaining quality standards. Follow up on orders. Coordinate purchasing quality and on-time deliveries. Communicate with accounting department to request additional documentation from suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies from quoted purchase orders. Communicate with logistics department to confirm receipt of goods and services. Enter Purchase Orders (PO's) and enter purchased receipts into SAP. Create various monthly, yearly, and weekly reports to show information such as required amounts of materials needed, manufacturing costs, etc. Other duties as needed.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Accounting, or related work experience. Masters preferred. 5 years of experience in a technical buyer role, or related work experience. Detail-oriented with ability to prioritize and multi-task in fast-paced environment. Excellent communications skills. Ability to work in an open, team environment. Familiarity with SAP is valued. Advanced MS Excel skills. Strong negotiations skills. Spanish language fluency preferred.
Interlake Mecalux offers: Competitive compensation. Become part of an industry leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement. 401(k) plan with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating. Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year. Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits. Opportunities for career development and advancement; specialize in specific areas or gain new skills in different departments.