Purchasing Director jobs in Waukegan, IL

Purchasing Director manages procurement and purchasing operations and implements the strategy to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing. Maintains strategic supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and implements systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. Being a Purchasing Director collaborates with other functions to define current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels. Implements processes and systems and utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands. Additionally, Purchasing Director oversees auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Purchasing Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Purchasing Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Purchasing Specialist
  • Orion
  • North Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Job description


    Purchasing Specialist

    $22-$25/HR based on healthcare plan

    M-F 7:30am- 4pm 100% Onsite

    1 year contract

    North Chicago

    Orion Group is looking for candidates with moderate to advance Excel skills, to work a fully onsite position as a Purchasing Specialist for our multinational pharmaceutical client located in North Chicago.

    Some other important skills to have to be successful in this role are:


    • Strong communication & teamwork
      2. Ability to prioritize & agility for multitasking.
      3. Strong written & verbal skills along with quick system/technology onboarding.
      4. Self-motivated with prolonged sitting for data entry with minimal supervision.
      5. SAP & Maximo system experience are a plus along with MRO & Purchasing knowledge.


      The primary function of Purchasing specialist is to support the purchasing of material and service orders supporting manufacturing and engineering.

    The Purchasing Specialist will work with external users of the PTP (procure-to-pay) program within the organization (This includes: SAP, SRM, SAP ECC and our work order management system, Maximo).

    The role is critical in providing high levels of customer satisfaction to both employees and suppliers AND ensure all requests for purchases are managed effectively and supported from creation of the requisition in Maximo to Purchase order in SAP and finally to warehouse receipt of materials.

    The Purchasing Specialist works closely with all users of the system, including maintenance, engineering, storeroom attendants, internal requisitioners, suppliers and is delegated the authority to commit company funds.


    More Responsibilities/Requirements:

    College degree not required and 1-2 years of experience is preferred.
    • Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Advanced Excel Skill Required
    • Smartsheet is preferred
    • In depth understanding of all aspects of PTP, SAP, SRM, ECC and inventory control.
    • Proficient users of procurement tools including SAP and work order management system Maximo
    • Create and issue purchase orders to suppliers and assist requestor in a subject matter expert capacity to efficiently process requests.
    • Maintain part factors assigned in work order management system to optimize purchase order processing and have a strong understanding of MRP re-order point and safety-stock setting functionality
    • Support Lake County storeroom operations and new product launches by setting up new storeroom items in work order system Maximo.
    • Assist with optimizing storeroom key performance metrics/ indicators through ensuring alignment with part and planning factors established in work order management system.
    • Responsible for running IBM Cognos Query Studio reports which provides information to effectively measure key performance indicators supporting MRO.

    Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
    As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.

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Purchasing Manager
  • 5Gstore.com
  • Crystal, IL FULL_TIME
  • Join Our Award-Winning Team as a Product Purchasing Manager at 5Gstore Are you a seasoned Purchasing Manager passionate about leveraging your expertise in a dynamic and innovative environment? 5Gstore...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Purchasing Clerk
  • Burlington Graphic Systems, Inc.
  • Racine, WI FULL_TIME
  • Basic Function Purchase all production related and non-related Materials, ensuring a quality product is purchased at an economical price. Assist in monthly physical inventory. Specific Duties Ensure a...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Purchasing Supervisor
  • Sanmina Corporation
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI FULL_TIME
  • Purchasing Supervisor Job Description Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufac...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Purchasing Supervisor
  • THE VISUAL PAK COMPANIES
  • Waukegan, IL OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Waukegan, IL Salary Range: Undisclosed Job Shift: 1st Shift DescriptionJoin the PAK The Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies i...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Purchasing Assistant
  • POP Manufacturing, Inc.
  • Kenosha, WI FULL_TIME
  • POP Manufacturing, Inc. is a growing, fast-paced manufacturer of point-of-purchase displays and store fixtures. We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Assistant who has working knowledge in our ...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Purchasing Director
  • SureStaff LLC
  • Bartlett, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Over 25 years ago the dream began and has grown to three local facilities encompassing m...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Buyer/Purchasing Agent
  • Nuance Solutions
  • Chicago, IL
  • Nuance Solutions, LLC is growing and seeking a Buyer to join our Award-Winning Team! The ideal candidate will report dir...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Procurement Business Analyst
  • The Judge Group
  • Mount Prospect, IL
  • Based in Mount Prospect, IL, Mizkan America is a subsidiary of the Mizkan Group, a global, family-owned company that has...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Manager
  • UPG Enterprises
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • Founded in 2014 by two successful entrepreneurs, UPG Enterprises, LLC is a high growth, privately held operator of world...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Procurement Consultant(Manager/Sr.Manager)
  • ScaleneWorks INC
  • Chicago, IL
  • Senior Consultant(Manager/Sr.Manager), Procurement Consulting & Outsourcing – Chicago Our client is an employee-owned, p...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Sales: Defense Distribution
  • AAR Corporation
  • Wood Dale, IL
  • SUMMARY: The Director of Sales will secure orders for existing and potential customers. The Director of Sales will also ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Buyer/Purchasing Agent
  • Nuance Solutions
  • Chicago, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Nuance Solutions, LLC is growing and seeking a Buyer to join our Award-Winning Team! The...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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PURCHASING DIRECTOR
  • Cheese Merchants Of America
  • Bartlett, IL
  • Job Description Job Description Job Summary: The Purchasing Director will lead the Purchasing Department and will be tas...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Waukegan /wɔːˈkiːɡən/ is the largest city in and the county seat of Lake County, Illinois, United States, a part of the Chicago metropolitan area. The city is located 35 miles north of the Loop and 10 miles south of the Wisconsin state border, approximately halfway between Chicago and Milwaukee. As of the 2013 United States Census estimate, the city has a population of 88,826, which makes it the ninth most populous city in Illinois. Waukegan is a predominately working-class community with a size-able middle-class population. Waukegan is located at 42°22′13″N 87°52′16″W / 42.37028°N 87.87111...
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Income Estimation for Purchasing Director jobs
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Waukegan, Illinois area prices
were up 1.8% from a year ago

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Purchasing managers typically require a bachelor’s degree in business science, logistics, electrical or mechanical engineering, or business.
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The director of purchasing contributes to the bottom line of an organization by utilizing analytical, forecasting and negotiation skills to procure goods, materials and services on favorable terms.
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The Purchasing Manager position may also carry the title "Procurement Manager" or in the public sector, "Procurement Officer".
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