Buyer Jobs in Illinois

Job Title: Flexible Packaging Buyer Company: Kraft Foods Location: Northfield, IL Description: This position will be heavily involved in all aspects of supplier management and category optimization for packaging direct materials. The position requires the ability to handle technical and complex decision making, as well as establishing category priorities aligned with BU goals. This position is involved in tactical category procurement support, competitive bidding, SAP processes and project management. The selected candidate will work in a fast paced team environment with a variety of stakeholders including Packaging R&D, Materials Management, Marketing, and Plants.Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities: * Develop and execute North America category sourcing strategies * Execute competitive bids and Support contract negotiations * Manage contract updates including pricing and item level data. * Develop and present project implementation plans and strategies * Identify and drive productivity projects

Job Title: Buyer Company: Nicor Gas Location: Naperville, IL Description: Nicor Gas is one of the nation's largest gas distribution companies. Owned by Nicor, Inc., (NYSE: GAS) a holding company, Nicor Gas has provided safe, reliable and cost-effective natural gas services for 50 years. The company serves more than two million customers in a service territory that encompasses most of the northern third of Illinois, excluding the city of Chicago. The Buyer is responsible for routine purchases of materials and services from suppliers at the lowest total cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need as determined by business unit. Researches new products and processes and makes recommendations to business unit. Resolves technical and pricing issues and ensures schedules are met. Develops and maintains necessary records and files for efficient operation.Position Responsibilities: * Researches possible sources / suppliers for requested items, provides alternatives or substitutions when applicable and assists internal requesters with select requirements. * Administers RFI's and RFP's and purchase order process and places orders as requested. * Expedites the processes involved in shipping and receiving orders. * Research quality issues and resolution as well as shipping and billing discrepancies. * Supports strategic sourcing of categories and works closely with Category Managers to collect data, complete analysis, execute tactical components of project (RFI, RFP, contract issuance, system support, etc.)

Job Title: Buyer Company: Magid Glove & Safety Location: Chicago, IL Description: Magid Glove & Safety is America's leading manufacturer, distributor and importer of hand protection and safety products. Magid is a financially stable, growing and privately held business, which has provided safety solutions to thousands of companies since 1946. Visit our website at www.magidglove.com In this key position of Buyer, the selected candidate will report directly to the Purchasing Manager. The Buyer will be responsible to purchase product for resale in an industrial distribution environment. The primary responsibilities include: * Managing and adjusting inventory levels * Negotiate with vendors * Sourcing vendors for new or alternate product lines * Costing for customer bids * Setting up new products and vendors, as well as updating pricing in the AS400 system * Communicate information effectively with Sales & Customer Service * Solving problems with the Sales force to meet customer requirements * Interact with other departments: Receiving, AP, Customer Service and Sales Requirements Please forward your resume to Register to View ONLY if you meet the following criteria: * At least three years of experience in a purchasing environment * Knowledge of safety equipment preferred * Ability to write reports and business correspondence * Excellent service skills when interacting with internal and external customers * Exceptional organizational skills to meet all deadlines and keep workflow orderly * Computer skills in Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Excel * Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent experience * Ability to be promoted into positions of increasing responsibility Magid offers excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits plan to include: generous profit sharing and 401K plans, a superb tuition reimbursement program, full medical, dental and life insurance, business casual dress and more. If you desire to work in a growing, financially stable company in a pleasant environment with opportunities for advancement submit your resume Register to View

Job Title: Raw Materials Buyer Company: Nestle Location: Franklin Park, IL Description: POSITION SUMMARY:Responsible for maintaining supply of raw materials to support production in Franklin Park with no downtime due to raw material outages. Manages supply closely to minimize costs due to demurrage, detention or shelf life expiration. Proactively communicates with all functional stakeholders including Purchasing, Suppliers, Scheduling, Operations, Warehouse & Finance as well as Factory Leadership Team. Recognizes, researches, seeks solutions to inventory discrepancies and usage variances in partnership with key stakeholders. Drives continuous improvement efforts around Raw Materials management, including supplier effectiveness, alternate supply options, inventory management processes, ingredient handling and storage, GLOBE systems implementation.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Develops relationships and maintains open communications with Strategic Buyers, Operational Buyer and Suppliers, including Internal Suppliers as designated by Nestle Shared Services Purchasing team. Seeks alternative supply strategies on key ingredients. Monitors and communicates PPV to Factory Leadership Team.Coordinates purchase and delivery of raw materials from partner suppliers using appropriate business systems including SAP. Monitors supply levels daily and adjusts plans accordingly to ensure appropriate supply needs are met with no downtime, that demurrage and detention are minimal, maintaining all delivery changes in the business systems.Monitors and manages Supplier Performance, formally reporting and obtaining corrective actions from Supplier for any issues that arise. Ensures timely and accurate payment of supplier invoices.Works closely with Warehouse Supervisor to monitor, expedite, follow through to ensure timely and accurate delivery, to manage space requirements, to switch rail cars as required.Works with Quality team to ensure timely release of ingredients.Works closely with Scheduler to support a flexible supply chain, maintaining safety stocks, adjusting deliveries to meet the frequently changing requirements.Monitors and manages purchases to meet shelf life parameters of ingredients and avoid costly write-offs due to expiration. Reviews and communicates status of aging stocks with Quality, Scheduling to take proactive steps to use materials prior to expiration.Works closely with Operations, Finance Tech Services team to understand, accommodate and seek solutions to usage variances.Trains for and covers as back up to Packaging Material Coordinator and Master Scheduler.Supports and actively participates in NCE efforts and leads Raw Material Continuous Improvement team. Coordinates necessary activity during implementation of GLOBE system across the factory.Employee shall follow Franklin Park Factory safety & environmental objectives & targets, follow the plan safety rules, report incidents & unsafe conditions immediately, maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to the Safety & Environmental Management System(s) on all related procedures and programs.Performs additional duties as assigned.

Job Title: Buyer Company: Fellowes, Inc. Location: Itasca, IL Description: BuyerJob ID: 10-040# Positions: 1Location: US-IL-ItascaExperience (Years): ..Posted Date: 2/12/2010Category: Supply Chain - Purchasing:* To apply for this job online,click here.* Refer a friend to this jobMore information about this job:Overview:Execution of activities to support the global supply chain for one or more product lines in order to maximize speed to market, efficiency and cost management.Responsibilities:Responsible for activities supporting business unit’s lead role for the Global Supply Chain Partnership Program:* Fill out supplier set up form.* Manage defective product returns and ensure appropriate charge back.* Issue planned orders/forecast to suppliers as needed.* Maintain an approved vendor list.* Manage direct ship program and coordinate Sales & Traffic.* Maintain supplier profiles.* Assimilate quotes for analysis.* Learn to analyze and plan capacity requirements and ensure sufficient capacity with suppliers.* Identify cost saving opportunities and bring to management’s attention, participate in negotiations.Support new product development process:* Ensure SKU set up/item set up and coordinating all associated resources.* Determine minimum lot sizes to support subsidiary/drop ship orders.* Place PO for first production run.Acquire and maintain understanding of all relevant aspects of the Oracle system. Able to work with Oracle system on a day-to-day basis to ensure accurate information flow:* Set up and maintain supplier/product database.* Fill out new part number set up sheets and submit it to Product Data.* Enter quotations in required Oracle organizations.* Submit data maintenance for discontinued products.* Set up new finished goods and spare parts SKUs.* Set up and monitor all planning attributes to maintain proper functionality.Execute MRP plan to ensure service level objectives are met:* Execute planning parameters to ensure that system performance is maximized.* Validate in-stock dates as needed by Demand Management.* Review and analyze forecast information where needed and work inconsistencies and issues with Supply Chain Manager.* Coordinate revision level changes with Distribution and Customer Service.Support inventory management:* Execute inventory plans.* Transfer material between distribution centers on a global basis where necessary.* Organize data for excess/discontinued inventory reviews/execute actions.Support efficient logistics including tracking/expediting shipments from port to distribution center.Responsible for Purchase Order management including:* Execute MRP planning and procurement process and establish appropriate planning parameters.* Initiate/issue of POs.* Open POs manually or releasing from the workbench.* Open non-inventory POs.* Place POs or discrete jobs for replenishment based on MRP.* Place POs for direct shipment to all distribution centers when possible.* Maintain POs.* Perform date maintenance on open purchase orders including updating due at port dates and Logistics ETD.* Pull vendor performance data and determine violations and actions.Contribute to effective financial management:* Ensure timely payment of invoices* Resolve receiving discrepancies, invoice discrepancies, supplier payment issues* Issue debit memos to ship/return goods* Track and formally document cost increases for accurate margin analysisUse independent judgment to research detail and arrive at a recommended solution.Qualifications:Education* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience, ideally in a broadly related field (Operations Management, Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, etc.).* APICS, CPIM, or NAPM CPM certification preferred.Skills & ExperienceWork Experience- 0-3 years experience of planning/purchasing in a manufacturing environment. Ideally consumer products. If no relevant work experience, then should have completed broadly relevant courses as part of degree (e.g.: Operations Management; Supply Chain Management, etc.).Skills* Strong PC skills including Microsoft Office products.* Good knowledge of Oracle manufacturing and distribution applications strongly preferred but other ERP and/or materials management software considered.* Exposure to JIT, TQM, TOC* Supply Chain training* Ability to work in a global environment.* Experience managing purchasing spend is preferred.* Some international and domestic travel required.

Job Title: Sr. Buyer - Grocery Company: Topco Location: Skokie, IL Description: TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION: BUYER Department/Location: PURCHASING Reports directly to: SENIOR BUYER, PURCHASING MANAGER, or VICE PRESIDENT Supervises: RE-ORDER BUYER(S); BUYER'S ASSISTANT(S) BASIC PURPOSE OF POSITION: Under general supervision and administrative direction of a Purchasing Manager or Officer, is responsible for purchasing products at a cost to achieve maximum member participation and to enhance the competitive position and profitability of Topco member companies. Also responsible for product and program development in assigned areas to support Topco's Mission of being the most effective provider of goods and services to members. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Not all programs will have all essential job functions) 1. Selects products and negotiates price and delivery terms, plans and schedules product purchases, to ensure optimal cost efficiencies to members. 2. Within established guidelines, negotiates with authorized suppliers for promotional allowances, volume incentives, improved terms and tiers. Negotiates agreements with suppliers to ensure product availability to meet members’ current and future needs. 3. Employs knowledge of industry and market conditions to assist in the preparation of forecasts and implements buying beneficial to Topco members to ensure maximum member savings and efficiencies. Regularly reviews market conditions to evaluate their effect on products and programs. Recommends the need for program changes, new procurement or market strategies, product introductions and discontinuations. 4. Initiates, manages, and ensures timely completion of category reviews working with Program Management as required. 5. Investigates alternative distribution and cost options to achieve member savings. 6. Conducts reviews of volume incentive programs to ensure Maximum tiers and payouts are achieved. 7. Negotiates promotions to take advantage of market conditions and provide optimal opportunities for members. 8. Uses superior communication skills to keep members informed of promotions, cost advantages, product availability, market trends, vendor and item changes, and related information to develop member support and maximum participation. 9. Initiates and oversees on-line bids for pricing component of category reviews. 10. Obtains required legal documentation from suppliers and ensures compliance with legal restrictions, buying polices and guidelines. 11. Ensures that product packaging is competitive with brand standards and maintains sufficient packaging inventory to meet members' day-to-day orders and future needs. 12. Promotes Topco's Mission to deliver total consumer and member satisfaction in product quality by participating in the establishment of quality standards and working with Quality Assurance and other quality assurance groups (e.g., selectors, field inspectors) to ensure that specifications and standards are met on a continuing basis. 13. Develops a supplier base by evaluating current suppliers on a regular basis, and evaluating and recommending new suppliers to include domestic and international sources of supply. 14. Maintains and develops assigned product areas by making field trips to members, suppliers, and potential suppliers as necessary. POSITION: BUYER ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Continued) 15. Motivates and trains support staff to achieve communicated goals. 16. Enhances efficiency by streamlining existing processes when possible. 17. Promotes the achievement of corporate goals and objectives by cultivating a thorough understanding of Topco’s Mission statement and relating it to member needs. 18. Performs other related duties as assigned. PERFORMANCE EVALUATION CRITERIA Successful performance of these job functions should result in: · Achievement of Productivity Pipeline, category review and volume incentive goals. · Ongoing product availability to meet member needs on a day-to-day basis. · Delivery of product to members at the lowest possible net cost on a regular basis. · Increasing member satisfaction, relative to expectations, with the products and services provided by Topco. · Superior communication with members and increased member support for and participation in assigned product areas. · Improved efficiencies and economies in Topco's dealings with its suppliers. · Creative development of products and services to offer competitive advantages to members. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Four-year college degree preferred in Marketing, Business Administration, Food Technology, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Technical skills: Ability to use standard business software and internet applications. Previous experience: · 5 years purchasing experience in a food/retail arena. · 5 years management experience · Public speaking/presentation training skills desirable. · Private label experience preferred, but not required. · International sourcing in Asia and South America preferred, but not required. Other qualifications: · Able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment. · Able to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms with people at all levels, including member personnel. · Proven ability to manage others, inspire confidence and interact with others at all levels. · Able to interpret industry data and make business decisions based on the material, and to perform basic mathematical calculations on a regular basis. · Ability to negotiate successfully in marketing/buying situations. · Familiarity with major product sources, industry practices, quality levels, packaging and logistics. · Ability to speak publicly and make presentations to groups of various sizes. · Able and willing to travel by plane, car, and other means of transportation as required. · Successfully complete Topco’s internal purchasing training course. Key competencies requirements: · Communicates Effectively · Puts Member /Customer first · Plans / Acts Strategically · Leads Change and Innovation · Achieves Through Teamwork · Executes For Results · Strong Negotiating Skills · Execution Excellence CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITY: - Senior Buyer POSITION: BUYER Requirements: See above Email resume to: Register to View

Job Title: Senior Buyer - Paper Company: Solo Cup Company Location: Lake Forest, IL Description: Division :SoloCupLocation :Lake Forest IL US 60045Job Description :Responsible for developing and implementing strategic purchasing strategies with a focus onraw paper procurement including domestic and international sourcing while meeting the needs of internal and external stakeholders.* Work closely with key cross-functional stakeholders including marketing, supply chain, engineering/ manufacturing, finance, etc. to understand purchasing requirements and develop cost savings opportunities. Serve as overall “program manager” for selected supply categories.* Serve as lead purchasing interface between Solo Cup and strategic suppliers. Responsibilities include supply base analysis, RFP processes, supplier negotiation and selection, pricing / make-buy analysis, contract development, agreement implementation, supplier performance measurement, etc.* Analyze, develop and implement business process, database management and technology improvement programs to support achieving enterprise wide business objectives.* Analyze, develop and implement opportunities for enhancing Solo Cup’s global strategic supply base.* Participate in the development and lead ongoing measurement/ communication of key performance indicators for selected supply programs.* Oversee and participate with team in the execution of supply chain transactions to support business requirements. Become a functional expert in using the information systems required to execute supply chain transactions (requisition through payment cycles).* Develop process documentation to assist in the analysis of current versus best practice workflow patterns.* Conduct financial analysis using database and spreadsheet tools to support opportunity assessment and analytical business decisions.* Conduct periodic training regarding best practices in the areas of procurement, strategic analysis, information technology tools, etc.*Will perform other duties as assigned.Job Requirements :* BS degree in business or technical field required; Engineering, Finance or Purchasing background desired.* Minimum of 5 years experience in procurement, engineering, supply chain or consulting.* Proven leader in implementing change across a multi-location operations environment, including cross-functional team facilitation.* Excellent communication skills.* International business experience.* Project management skills, proactive approach and ability to reach aggressive time phased business objectives.* Detailed understanding and experience implementing best practices in the areas of purchasing and materials management.* Hands on technology skills including Excel, Access, MS Office and experience operating in an ERP information systems environment for the requisition, purchasing and payables cycles.* E-Procurement process and systems experience.Job Type :Full Time

Job Title: Sourcing Commodity Buyer Company: Textron Location: Rockford, IL Description: Business Name: Greenlee Function: Supply Chain Reports to: Materials Manager Job Summary: The Sourcing Buyer is responsible for the overall development and execution of commodity and cost reduction strategies for assigned commodities. This position has responsibility for multiple locations and commodities and utilizes tools such as reverse auctions, leveraging, VA/VE, and global sourcing to effectively drive cost out of the supply chain. This position works closely with technical resources to develop and implement cost reduction projects. Responsibilities to Include: •Provide commodity leadership for assigned commodities by proactively developing and implementing near term and long term commodity strategy through team engagement, aggressive management, and proactive follow through. •Locate, evaluate, negotiate, and select suppliers and potential suppliers to gain the best quality, cost and delivery of purchased material consistent with required standards. •Proactively manage cost reduction and other related cross-functional projects to achieve specific goals. •Establish and manage a supplier segmentation strategy to support supply base performance improvement. •Support enterprise commodity objectives by actively participating in enterprise initiatives. •Monitor, track, and react to critical market forecasts and condition changes. •Manage supplier tooling and capacity in line with commodity objectives. •Negotiate and enforce contracts, payment terms, and terms and conditions of purchase that support commodity, savings, and cash objectives. •Reduce the overall number of suppliers required to support commodity objectives. •Manage component and assembly pricing structure and resolve discrepancies. •Support engineering and product management with new product launches, product improvements and changes, and product rationalization. •Maintain accurate records in accordance with policy and procedure. •Develop, implement, and manage metrics to track overall success and effectiveness of commodity performance. •Resolve high level, significant supplier performance issues. •Conduct business in a manner consistent with Textron, Greenlee, Plant, and Purchasing policies and procedures including Textron Business Conduct Guidelines. •Performs other related duties as assigned. Education: •Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Operations or other related discipline. •Technical Bachelor’s degree and/or a Master’s degree is preferred. Position Requirements: •5+ years of procurement experience in a high-paced, multi-location environment. Automotive or Fortune 500 experience is preferred. •A proven track record of success in progressively managed supply chain organizations in a role requiring significant commodity leadership. •Strong project management and team leadership skills with the ability to develop strong support for change with all levels of internal and external organizations. •Self-driven, results oriented, and motivated to work effectively without direct supervision. •Comprehensive knowledge of selected commodities. •Knowledge of purchasing systems and principles including experience with low cost country sourcing, auctions, VA/VE, and other leveraging tools. •Solid computer skills and analytical abilities. •Ability to read blue prints. •Basic understanding of materials planning systems (SAP knowledge preferred). •Experience in implementing or using SAP would be strongly desired. License and Certification Requirements: CPM Certification strongly desired Additional Information: FLSA Status: Exempt Direct Reports: 0 Travel Requirements: 10% Relocation Benefits: No Textron is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)

Job Title: Buyer 3 Company: ACCO Brands Location: Chicago, IL Description: Buyer 3# Positions: 1Location: US-IL-LincolnshireCompany: ACCO Brands CorporationBusiness Unit/Segment: DFGExternal Referral Bonus: Eligible Apply for this job:Your application choices are:* Apply for this jobonline* Refer a friend to this job|MoreMore information about this job:Position Summary:ACCO Brands Corporation, one of the world's largest suppliers of branded office products, with annual revenues of nearly $2 billion, is seeking a Buyer/Planner to join our Service Parts team. The Buyer/Planner position is responsible for the replenishment of purchased service parts and the tactical deployment of inventory to support the business, ensuring a high customer service level while optimizing inventory and minimizing obsolete and slow moving inventory.Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:* Maintain uninterrupted supply and inventory of products to meet operating plan objectives (inventory turns, service level, safety stock target levels, and cost goals).* Create purchase orders, supplier requirement forecasts, and supplier pre-build strategy for purchased parts to meet customer orders* Develop and create daily deployment of inventory* Analyze and make recommendations for minimum and incremental MRP quantities and MRP coverage and maintain system parameters.* Coordinate timing of product availability with service orders and safety stock replenishment* Maintain constant coordination with the Service Organization to highlight issues with supply and order configurations* Create Service Report providing detailed recovery dates involving supply issues. Highlight any order issues to service.* Manage lowest cost purchase solution of Purchased Parts* Analysis inbound requirements balancing order quantities and transportation economies (i.e. maintain high container / truck utilizations)* Provide input to internal customers on the Product Life Cycle Management utilizing and or creating policies and procedures* Coordinate with Engineering and Marketing the new product roll out and product deleting to optimize through put and minimize OSMI inventory* Develop and maintain supply planning parameters and P.O integrity to ensure system integrity* Work closely with suppliers on booking schedules, performance metrics and continuous improvement to minimize lead times and optimize the supply chain.* Create and utilize reports and analyses to identify potential issues and opportunities for improvement. Work with all areas of the organization to support the optimization of the supply chain, including sku rationalization and supplier collaboration.Position Qualifications:* BA/BS degree in business related field required* 2 + years of experience in a supply chain function is required* Knowledge of distribution/transportation planning is required* Microsoft Excel is required* Oracle experience highly preferred

Job Title: Buyer 2 Company: ACCO Brands Location: Chicago, IL Description: Buyer 2# Positions: 1Location: US-IL-LincolnshireCompany: ACCO Brands CorporationBusiness Unit/Segment: Shared ServicesExternal Referral Bonus: .. Apply for this job:Your application choices are:* Apply for this jobonline* Refer a friend to this job|MoreMore information about this job:Position Summary:Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Maintain uninterrupted supply and inventory of products to meet operating plan objectives (inventory turns, service level, safety stock target levels, and cost goals). Create purchase orders, supplier requirement forecasts, and supplier pre-build strategy for purchased finished goods to meet customer orders Develop and create daily deployment of inventory Analyze and make recommendations for minimum and incremental DRP quantities and DRP coverage and maintain system parameters. Coordinate timing of product availability with customer orders and safety stock replenishment Maintain constant coordination with Customer service to highlight issues with supply and order configurations Create Service Report providing detailed recovery dates involving supply issues. Highlight any order issues to customer service. Manage lowest cost purchase solution of Purchased Finished Goods Analysis of inbound requirements, balancing order quantities and transportation economies (i.e. maintain high container / truck utilizations) Provide input to internal customers on the Product Life Cycle Management utilizing and or creating policies and procedures Coordinate with Sales and Marketing the new product roll out and product deleting to optimize through put and minimize OSMI inventory Develop and maintain supply planning parameters and P.O integrity to ensure system integrityWork closely with suppliers on production schedules, performance metrics and continuous improvement to minimize lead times and optimize the supply chain.Create and utilize reports and analyses to identify potential issues and opportunities for improvement. Work with all areas of the organization to support the optimization of the supply chain, including sku rationalization and supplier collaboration.Position Qualifications: BA/BS degree in Finance, Logistics, Statistics, Quantitative Business Analyst or Business required; MBA strongly preferred. 3-6 years forecasting or inventory control experience, finance, purchasing, merchandising, replenishment, logistics or related field within a multi location, high volume environment Experience purchasing finished goods internationally is required. Experience purchasing from the Far East is preferred. Knowledge of distribution/transportation requirement planning Strong interpersonal skills and vendor/customer relationship experience preferred Manugistics and/or Oracle experience highly preferred Strong Excel skills including formula writing and pivot tablesAdvance degree of proficiency with Databases and query writing (SQL, Oracle, Access).Advanced analytical abilities, preferably with statistical or high quantitative backgroundCompany Overview:ACCO Brands Corporation markets products in over 100 countries across the globe through our own sales force and distribution networks.ACCO Brands is a global office products powerhouse whose leading brands help people work better in every workspace, everywhere. You know these indispensable products as Wilson Jones binders ... Swingline staplers and shredders ... Day-Timer personal organizers ... Quartet white boards and easels... Kensington computer accessories... and more... Under the GBC banner, ACCO Brands is also a leader in serving the professional printing market, providing print finishing, laminating and commercial binding solutions.After more than 100 years of leadership in the office products industry, we look forward to continuing our tradition by hiring talented individuals guided by a spirit of innovation. ACCO Brands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.