Description: Purchaser & Planner (Huntley, IL)
PALFINGER Asia Pacific · Schaumburg, IL · 1 wk ago
Purchasing$49/hrFull-time
Your Responsibilities
- Drive materials availability by running MRP in SAP ECC, translating demand into timely and accurate purchase orders.
- Act as a key liaison with suppliers- resolving order discrepancies and aligning on pricing, quantities and lead times.
- Take ownership of inbound performance by analyzing late orders, identifying root causes and partnering with vendors and internal teams to keep supply on track.
- Build strong supplier relationships to negotiate competitive pricing and improve lead times and overall service levels.
- Manage the seamless flow of materials between SAP ECC and S/4HANA by creating and coordinating purchase and sales orders based on demand.
- Optimize inventory and delivery performance by aligning stock levels, lead times and freight methods with customer needs and business goals.
Your Qualifications
- Five (5) years’ experience in supply chain planning or a related field with a strong understanding of procurement and inventory management.
- A High School Diploma or equivalent with additional certification or coursework in supply chain, logistics or related discipline a plus.
- Demonstrate a solid knowledge of procurement processes, supplier coordination and material management best practices.
- Customer-first mindset- delivering timely and effective solutions that support both internal teams and external customers.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) to analyze data, communicate insights and support daily operations.
- SAP (preferred) or similar ERP systems to manage purchasing, inventory and supply chain activities efficiently.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and performance rewards: $49-69K (based on experience).
- Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options.
- Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.
- Environment of Respect, Integrity, Openness, Conclusion and Support.
Pay
$49-69K (based on experience)
Schedule
Flexible working hours
Benefits
- Food allowances
- Pension plan
- Health insurance
- Employee discounts
- Learning opportunities
- Parking facilities
- Company doctor
- Company mobile phone
- Employee participation
- Health measures