Top 138 Purchasing agent Jobs in Oak Brook, Il

Purchasing Agent
AVLON INDUSTRIES —Melrose Park, IL
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Oracle
- Merchandising
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Buyer (Korean Bilingual)
Laser Center Corporation —Schaumburg, IL
- $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Purchasing Category Manager
Progress Rail —La Grange, IL
- $113,674.92 - $220,523.00 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
- Research
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Outside Sales Representative/Account Manager
Build It Right —Addison, IL
- $55,000 - $200,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Construction site
- Sales
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Inventory & Purchasing Specialist - Casework and Millwork
Amberleaf Home —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Inventory control
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Electrical Parts Specialist
Metropolitan Industries —Romeoville, IL
- $17 - $22 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Forklift
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Client Project & Order Coordinator
Club Colors —Hoffman Estates, IL
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Microsoft Outlook
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
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Buyer
1-800-Flowers.com —Burr Ridge, IL
- $75,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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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Purchasing Assistant
E&K of Chicago, Inc. —Elmhurst, IL
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Office
- Windows
- Warehouse
Procurement Assistant
Pernix Group, Inc. —Lombard, IL
- Customer service
- Research
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Buyer
viaPhoton —Naperville, IL
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Oracle
- Office
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Purchasing Agent - Fire Protection
The Hill Group —Franklin Park, IL
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
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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
CPO Fresh Purchasing Admin
KENNICOTT BROTHERS CO —Chicago, IL
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Outlook
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Buyer - Indirect Materials & Services
UGN —Downers Grove, IL
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Oracle
- Microsoft Outlook
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Buyer II, Indirect Purchasing
Shure —Niles, IL
- $69,500 - $111,200 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Purchasing Agent
Distribution International —Aurora, IL
- $20 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
7d
Buyer Associate
Follett Higher Ed Group, LLC —Westchester, IL
- $40,000 - $90,000 a year
- Marketing
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Senior Buyer
Grayhill Inc. —La Grange, IL
- $70,000 - $121,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Purchasing Agent

AVLON INDUSTRIES
Melrose Park, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$55,000 - $60,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
401(k) 4% Match
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Financial forecasting
Teamwork
Bachelor's degree
Attention to detail
Purchasing
Vendor contract management
Sage X3
CPIM
Supply Chain Management
Procurement specialist experience
Supply chain planning

Full Job Description

Job Summary
The Purchasing Agent plays a critical role in managing the procurement process, ensuring that materials and products are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively. This position requires a keen understanding of supply chain management, inventory control, and negotiation skills to maintain optimal inventory levels while fostering strong relationships with suppliers. The ideal candidate will be proficient in various ERP systems and possess a solid background in purchasing and materials management.

Duties

Develop and implement purchasing strategies to optimize procurement processes.
Manage supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and pricing to secure favorable terms.
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production planning to ensure timely availability of materials.
Utilize ERP systems such as SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle EBS, and AS400 for effective materials management and procurement activities.
Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities.
Oversee logistics related to the supply chain, ensuring efficient delivery of goods.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align purchasing decisions with overall business objectives.
Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier performance metrics.
Implement e-commerce solutions for streamlined procurement processes.

Skills

Proficiency in ERP systems including SAP, SAP ERP, JD Edwards, Oracle EBS, and AS400.
Strong understanding of materials management, MRP (Material Requirements Planning), and inventory management principles.
Excellent negotiation skills with a focus on procurement and sourcing strategies.
Knowledge of supply chain management practices and logistics operations.
Familiarity with contracts, pricing strategies, merchandising, and production planning.
Ability to analyze data for informed decision-making in purchasing activities.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in inventory control processes.
Effective communication skills for collaboration across departments. This role is essential for ensuring that our organization maintains a competitive edge through effective purchasing practices while supporting overall operational efficiency.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 4% Match
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Purchasing: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

CPIM (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Melrose Park, IL 60160 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Melrose Park, IL 60160: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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purchasing agent jobs in oak brook, il

Purchasing Agent

Buyer (Korean Bilingual)

Purchasing Category Manager

Outside Sales Representative/Account Manager

Inventory & Purchasing Specialist - Casework and Millwork

Electrical Parts Specialist

Client Project & Order Coordinator

Buyer

Associate Buyer, Packaging Supply Chain

Purchasing Assistant

Procurement Assistant

Buyer

Purchasing Agent - Fire Protection

Associate Buyer, Chemicals & MRO Supply Chain

CPO Fresh Purchasing Admin

Buyer - Indirect Materials & Services

Buyer II, Indirect Purchasing

Purchasing Agent

Buyer Associate

Senior Buyer

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