Top 9 Associate buyer Jobs in Elgin, Il

Associate Buyer, Packaging Supply Chain
Blistex Inc —Oak Brook, IL
- $55,000 - $67,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Business
- Health insurance
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Sales Associate & Buyer - Plato's Closet
Plato's Closet —Schaumburg, IL
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- On-the-job training
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Associate Buyer, Chemicals & MRO Supply Chain
Blistex Inc —Oak Brook, IL
- $55,000 - $67,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- ERP systems
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
Buyer Associate
Follett Higher Ed Group, LLC —Westchester, IL
- $40,000 - $90,000 a year
- Marketing
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Sales Associate/Buyer Once Upon A Child - Full Time
Once Upon A Child —Harwood Heights, IL
- $15.00 - $16.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Merchandising
- No experience needed
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Associate Procurement Quality Manager
Aligned Data Centers, LLC —Northlake, IL
- Full-time
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Produce Procurement Associate
H MART —Lincolnshire, IL
- $46,930 - $56,810 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sales
- Marketing
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Sales Associate Buyer Once Upon A Child - Part Time
Once Upon A Child —Harwood Heights, IL
- $15.00 - $16.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Merchandising
- No experience needed
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Associate General Counsel, Commercial and Procurement
Novolex —Lake Forest, IL
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 11+ years
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave

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Associate Buyer, Packaging Supply Chain

Blistex Inc -
Oak Brook, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$55,000 - $67,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance

Qualifications

Data integrity assurance
Vendor relationship building
Inventory management systems
VLOOKUP function
Document compliance management
Supplier performance analysis
Record keeping
Communication with suppliers
Inventory demand forecasting
Shipment tracking for distribution operations
Bachelor's degree in business
Purchase order management
Materials management in manufacturing
Certified Supply Chain Professional
Manufacturing standard operating procedures
Manufacturing facility experience
Data integrity and documentation
Bidding project phase
Bachelor's degree
Freight shipment tracking
Supply chain management solutions (enterprise solutions)
Task prioritization
Supply planning in materials management
Compliance documentation
Invoice reconciliation
Vendor performance improvement
Vendor relationship management
Vendor quality assurance
Collaboration with manufacturing teams
Invoice exception handling

Full Job Description

Job Posting: Associate Buyer, Packaging Supply Chain

Location: Oak Brook, IL

Schedule: M-F office hours, option for 1-2 days remote per week after the first 90 days

Status: Salaried, Exempt

About the Role:

Are you early in your supply chain career and looking to build hands-on experience in procurement and operations? Join our Packaging Supply Chain team as an Associate Buyer, where you’ll develop core purchasing, supplier management, and inventory planning skills.

In this entry-level role, you’ll support sourcing and procurement of packaging materials, collaborate cross-functionally, and help ensure continuity of supply in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity to establish a strong foundation and grow into managing supplier relationships and material categories.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Order Management

Process requisitions and create purchase orders for packaging materials
Review specifications, obtain quotes, and document competitive bids
Track order confirmations, pricing, and delivery timelines
Monitor backorders and proactively expedite critical materials

Supplier Coordination

Communicate with suppliers to confirm order status and ensure delivery commitments
Support negotiation of pricing and lead times
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
Monitor vendor performance and escalate issues as needed

Inventory & Planning Support

Analyze MRP outputs to place timely and accurate orders
Help maintain appropriate inventory levels based on demand signals
Track inbound shipments and communicate updates to stakeholders

Data & Documentation Management

Maintain accurate vendor, pricing, and item data within ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
Ensure purchasing documentation is complete and compliant
Support documentation updates and internal recordkeeping standards

Issue Resolution & Compliance

Resolve vendor invoice discrepancies in partnership with Accounts Payable
Partner with Quality to address supplier quality issues and returns
Support adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and SOPs

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Production, Operations, Quality, and Receiving teams
Communicate material availability, risks, and delivery timelines
Support continuity of supply across packaging categories

Continuous Improvement

Contribute ideas to improve purchasing processes, data accuracy, and supplier reliability
Build knowledge of packaging supply chain processes and apply learnings to daily work

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field preferred
0–2 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or operations
Internship experience in supply chain, particularly in procurement or purchasing, is a strong plus
Exposure to manufacturing or regulated environments is a plus

Skills & Strengths

Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (filters, pivot tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP)
Analytical mindset with ability to interpret basic supply and demand signals
Effective written communication and stakeholder collaboration skills
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Comfortable working independently with a proactive, self-directed approach
Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is a plus
APICS/CSCP certification is a plus

Why Join Us?

Build a strong foundation in procurement and supply chain operations
Gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and experienced professionals

Diverse Experiences

Blistex is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Blistex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or any other legally protected status.

Career Growth

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become the best in our industry. You will find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, career opportunities and development opportunities to help you become a better professional and/or leader.

Compensation

The base pay for this position ranges from $55,000 to $67,000. Pay is based on a number of factors including job related knowledge, skills and experience. The job role is eligible for a discretionary bonus that may be provided as part of a total compensation package.

Benefits

As part of the total compensation package a full range of benefits are offered including medical coverage, insurance, and financial benefits. For more information, please visit https://blistexinc.com/employee-benefits/.

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