Buyer

Company: Sterling Engineering
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionTitle: BuyerLocation: Downers Grove, IL Target Starting Salary: $60,000-$75,000/yearOverview:Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S. Hire Type: Direct hireJob Summary: Mechanical Buyer will join our Supply Chain team, reporting to the Purchasing Manager. Job Duties:

• Review and process all mechanical Bills of Materials (BOM's) as released by the Mechanical Engineering group.
• Select vendors and write purchase orders
• Obtain quotations and process orders to procure mechanical components.
• Negotiate pricing both on a case-by-case basis and through long-term agreements
• Ensure that all orders are delivered on time and expedite as needed
• Interface with the Mechanical Engineering group
• Notify management of significant deviation from projected cost or delivery
• Assist in the development and maintenance of consistent purchasing department practices.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendorsQualifications:
  • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and material requirements.
  • Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
  • Experience sourcing electrical components is a plus.
  • A basic understanding of mechanical fabrication processes such as machining, welding, and sheet metal fabrication is a plus. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information

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