Buyer
viaPhoton · Naperville, IL · 3 wk ago
On-sitePurchasing$55k–$65k/yrFull-time
About the role
If you're organized, detail-oriented, and like managing multiple priorities at once, this role gives you real scope. As a Buyer, you'll own the end-to-end purchasing process, from creating purchase orders to building strong supplier relationships. Your work directly shapes how smoothly our operations run and how cost-effectively we source the materials that power our fiber optic products.
Responsibilities
- Create, issue, and track purchase orders based on departmental needs, with accuracy in quantities, pricing, and delivery timelines
- Review and process purchase requisitions from internal departments, confirming specifications before order placement
- Maintain daily contact with suppliers to confirm orders, negotiate pricing, and keep on-time delivery commitments
- Maintain daily contact with suppliers to confirm orders, negotiate pricing, and keep on-time delivery commitments
- Maintain daily contact with suppliers to confirm orders, negotiate pricing, and keep on-time delivery commitments
- Maintain daily contact with suppliers to confirm orders, negotiate pricing, and keep on-time delivery commitments
- Maintain daily contact with suppliers to confirm orders, negotiate pricing, and keep on-time delivery commitments
- Maintain daily contact with suppliers to confirm orders, negotiate pricing, and keep on-time delivery commitments
- Maintain daily contact with suppliers to confirm orders, negotiate pricing, and keep on-time delivery commitments
- Maintain daily contact with suppliers to confirm orders, negotiate pricing, and keep on-time delivery commitments
- Update and maintain accurate records in the ERP system, including pricing, lead times, item specifications, and vendor information
- Cook up a storm in the kitchen
Requirements
- Have 1 to 3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience (a plus, but not required)
- Are familiar with ERP systems like NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle, with careful attention to detail
- Communicate clearly in writing and verbally with vendors and cross-functional teammates
- Are proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for tracking and reporting
- Can identify discrepancies, escalate issues appropriately, and resolve them promptly
- Work well across teams with warehouse, finance, and operations
Qualifications
- Have 1 to 3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience (a plus, but not required)
- Are familiar with ERP systems like NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle, with careful attention to detail
- Communicate clearly in writing and verbally with vendors and cross-functional teammates
- Are proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for tracking and reporting
- Can identify discrepancies, escalate issues appropriately, and resolve them promptly
- Work well across teams with warehouse, finance, and operations
Skills
- Have 1 to 3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience (a plus, but not required)
- Are familiar with ERP systems like NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle, with careful attention to detail
- Communicate clearly in writing and verbally with vendors and cross-functional teammates
- Are proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for tracking and reporting
- Can identify discrepancies, escalate issues appropriately, and resolve them promptly
- Work well across teams with warehouse, finance, and operations
Benefits
- Robust health, dental, and vision coverage that starts on day 1
- 401(k) with 4% match, vests immediately after a 90-day waiting period
- Flexible PTO that grows over time
- 10 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays
- Monthly team events
Pay
$55,000 - $65,000 base, plus annual bonus
Schedule
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Onsite