Purchasing Representative

About the role

Mallard Manufacturing, a MacLean-Fogg Company, is hiring a Purchasing Representative at our Sterling, Illinois facility. In this role, you will support accurate, timely purchasing by preparing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, maintaining purchasing records, and helping drive cost savings and process improvements.

MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets. Our portfolio includes MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Threadstrong. Across our companies, we share a commitment to Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship while investing in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities.

Responsibilities

• Edit and process purchase requests accurately and on time, preparing purchase orders that align with organizational needs.
• Research catalogs, vendor databases, and market references to compare pricing and obtain detailed material and supply specifications.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, including materials, pricing, inventory levels, delivery schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Communicate with vendors and suppliers to obtain quotations, negotiate terms, follow up on outstanding purchase orders, and support timely fulfillment of procurement needs.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and process improvements within assigned purchasing responsibilities.
• Own supplier projects and associated meetings while developing knowledge across assigned specialty buying categories.
• Monitor inventory levels, help identify reorder points, and support sufficient stock levels while minimizing excess inventory.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to junior staff as needed while following company purchasing policies, procedures, and supplier-management practices.
• Work involves sitting for extended periods and may require pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 15 pounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• 2-4 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UPS/FedEx shipping.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Teams.
• Knowledge of JD Edwards or a similar system.

Skills

• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills, including professional phone and email communication.
• Strong attention to detail for purchase orders, pricing, inventory records, and related documentation.
• Organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate mathematical skills for accurate calculations.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify efficient solutions to purchasing challenges.
• Ability to make sound judgment decisions based on the information available.
• Ability to provide guidance and support to junior staff and contribute to a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• Virtual healthcare resources
• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities
• Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs

Pay

$17.50-$21.50/hour

Schedule

1st Shift, Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM-2:30 PM