Find & Apply For Buyer / Purchasing Agent Jobs in Lake Zurich, Illinois

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Specialist to join our team. This role will be crucial in ensuring that parts needed in our manufacturing processes are ordered to our requirements in a timely and accurate manner meeting our quality standard and ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in purchasing in a manufacturing environment.

Location:

Lake Zurich IL Key Responsibilities:

Placing purchase orders in accordance with weekly reorder requirement reports and parts needed requests from other departments while following product specific procedures Ordering of shop and office supplies and services as requested Follow up on open POs for accurate delivery dates and working with vendors to meet our required date and expediting orders Research and resolving PO and Receiving discrepancies; wrong items, overages, shortages, etc. Ensuring any required documentation is received and saved appropriately Authorizing payments and managing purchasing expenses with meticulous record-keeping Research alternative sources for specific components, including analysis of pricing, delivery, and other tangible supplier benefits Collaborate with various internal teams to ensure smooth purchasing operations Complete New Vendor qualifications and annual supplier evaluations and maintain approved supplier list Other purchasing related tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

3+ years of experience in a manufacturing purchasing role, preferably in an engineering or custom manufacturing environment. Excellent problem-solving, deductive reasoning, and analytical skills Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks Understanding of inventory turns, order points, and reorder quantity formulas Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with vendors Proficient in manufacturing software and ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite Experience with Epicor and QuickBooks a plus Ability to read engineering drawings a plus Procurement education preferable Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening

Benefits:

Competitive salary and company performance-based bonuses Comprehensive health benefits including: Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability (STD)
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Life Insurance
• Retirement plan with company match Opportunities for professional development and advancement A collaborative and innovative work environment
• All Benefits Shall Comply with VRG Controls Employee Handbook

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About VRG Controls:

VRG Controls engineers and manufactures high performance control valves and control instrumentation for natural gas regulation. VRG control instrumentation features simplicity and reliability specifically designed for gas pipeline applications. Our philosophy is to provide the highest quality instrumentation in tandem with an environmentally responsible approach. All VRG control instrumentation features zero emissions capabilities that are good for the environment. Our personnel leads the industry in operational experience and design expertise related to control solutions and natural gas measurement & regulation facilities. We provide unparalleled product support with industry experience unmatched by our competition.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

EPICOR:

1 year (Preferred) working in a manufacturing environment: 2 years (Preferred) purchasing in an engineering manufacturing environment: 1 year (Preferred)

Manufacturing Purchasing:

3 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Lake Zurich, IL 60047 (Required)

Work Location:

In person