Buyer presso ASC Engineered Solutions
ASC Engineered Solutions · Oak Brook, Stati Uniti d'America · Hybrid
- Professional
- Ufficio in Oak Brook
We are looking for a Buyer who will be responsible for executing purchase orders and managing the flow of materials to support production and distribution operations across multiple domestic distribution centers and internal manufacturing plants. This role focuses on ensuring supplier performance, maintaining inventory availability, and supporting operational continuity. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and skilled in coordinating with internal teams and external suppliers to meet service level expectations.
How You Will Help
Purchase Execution
- Issue and manage purchase orders based on demand plans, MRP signals, and replenishment needs.
- Monitor order confirmations, shipment schedules, and delivery timelines to ensure on-time fulfillment.
- Monitor and respond to action messages including planned orders, cancels, and expedites.
- Maintain accurate purchasing data in ERP systems.
Supplier Performance Management
- Track and report on supplier delivery performance, lead time adherence, and quality metrics.
- Liaise with suppliers to ensure compliance with lead times, shipping schedules, and documentation requirements.
- Collaborate with suppliers to resolve delivery delays, order discrepancies, and service issues.
- Escalate recurring performance issues and support corrective action processes.
Inventory Coordination
- Work closely with planning and inventory teams to ensure material availability across distribution centers and production plants.
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential shortages or overstock situations.
- Support inventory optimization initiatives and cycle count accuracy.
- Assist, where needed, to resolve quality issues and inventory shortages because of defective inventory
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with production, logistics, and quality teams to align material flow with operational needs.
- Support new product launches and engineering changes by ensuring timely material readiness.
- Communicate order status and supply risks to internal stakeholders.
Documentation & Compliance
- Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of transactions, supplier communications, and performance data.
What You Will Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in a purchasing or supply chain role, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., M3, SAP) and planning systems (e.g., Blue Yonder, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with overseas suppliers and understanding of international logistics.
- Knowledge of supplier performance metrics and reporting tools.
- APICS or ISM certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP, CPSM) is a plus.
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $75,000.00 - $96,000.00 USD annually*.
*The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this role. ASC Engineered Solutions’ philosophy on compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations.
