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Casco Manufacturing

Buyer

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A Buyer buys products, materials or services needed by a company or organization. Manages inventory and schedule for purchasing, works with vendors and negotiates contracts, monitors quality of supplies and services purchased. May work in farm products, manufacturing, trade or services industries.

$62,425 / year median in Illinois

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Buyer Casco Manufacturing - 2.8 Bolingbrook, IL Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $65,000 a year 7 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Vendor relationship building Computer operation ERP systems English Inventory management software High school diploma or GED Productivity software Materials management Mechanical knowledge Full Job Description Overview Casco Manufacturing is a manufacturer of custom cable assemblies located in Bolingbrook, Illinois. We offer our customers a domestic partner to work with for custom products. We can manufacture low to mid-size volumes with a high product mix. Since 1996, Casco has specialized in providing OEM's and distribution markets with the very best in custom cable manufacturing, focusing on customer satisfaction through top quality products, fast turnaround and competitive pricing. Our dedication to solely focus on the manufacturing of assemblies makes Casco the smart choice in custom cable assemblies. Our goal is to partner with our customers to create the best custom cable assembly solutions possible to meet their requirements. We're growing. Fast. So we need people who love to learn and can meet any challenge. At CASCO, we provide the necessary training and support to make sure our employees are primed to succeed—right from day one. We hire quality people to build quality parts.
BUYER Objective/Scope:
The Buyer is responsible for all purchasing and sourcing activities for the facility. S/he will monitor and maintain the ERP system to ensure appropriate inventory levels for all departments. The Buyer will also play a pivotal role in the Quoting process by sourcing new or alternate materials, tools, and test fixtures. Position in the
Organization:
  • Reports to the
General Manager Responsibilities:
  • Utilize MRP to determine required inventory levels for all parts and place corresponding purchase orders
  • Source new/alternate parts, tools, and fixtures as required by the Quoting process and production needs
  • Manage all MRO inventory levels and place corresponding purchase orders
  • Establish relationships with current and new suppliers and negotiate favorable pricing and lead times
  • Manage supplier performance as related to quality, on time delivery, and service
  • Other duties as assigned
Education and Skills:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, or demonstrated competency in the skills required for the position
  • Previous experience with purchasing activities is required
  • Previous experience with ERP systems is required
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and prints strongly preferred
  • Experience in wire harness assembly is preferred, but not required
Technical Requirements:
  • Basic computer knowledge is required (i.e. Microsoft Office, ERP software)
  • Mechanical/technical aptitude preferred, but not required
  • Understanding of measurements and conversions is a plus
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to talk and hear, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee may lift and/or move loads of up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
Annual Expected Salary:
$55,000-$65,000
DOE Pay:
$55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Language:
English (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (Required)
Work Location:
In person