Buyer jobs in Waukegan, IL

As a Buyer (also known as Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Agent), you'll manage and maintain tactical procurement activities, ensuring the efficient acquisition and delivery of direct production materials, indirect commodities, and building services. This role is crucial in supporting cost reduction initiatives, negotiating supplier agreements, participating in new product development projects, and maintaining procurement reports to monitor expenditures and track departmental KPIs.

• Opportunity to work in a strategic and pivotal role.
• Engage in cross-departmental collaboration.
• Contribute to new product development projects.

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience as a Buyer or in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proficiency in ERP principles, demand planning, and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.