Buyer I
$65,000–$80,000 year
On-siteNorthbrook, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Procure finished goods and raw materials from global suppliers, with a primary focus on Asia. Execute MRP recommendations, including Purchase Order creation, confirmations, and rescheduling. Monitor and expedite Purchase Orders to ensure timely delivery, while coordinating with Global Sourcing, Transportation, and Accounts Payable to optimize inventory and resolve invoice discrepancies. Maintain accurate purchasing and material master data within SAP, manage supplier quality issues through Non-Conformance Reports, and track Key Performance Indicators to drive continuous improvement. This role supports uninterrupted manufacturing and customer demand for Old World Industries' automotive aftermarket products.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field
- 1–3 years of purchasing, procurement, buying, or supply chain experience
- Knowledge of purchasing, inventory management, MRP, and supply chain principles
- Ability to analyze MRP recommendations and manage purchase orders
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- High attention to detail and data accuracy
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proven ability to build relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams
- Customer-focused with a proactive approach to issue resolution
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process optimization and operational excellence
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred
- Manufacturing experience preferred
- global sourcing experience a plus
- SAP experience preferred
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency
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