Purchasing

Entry Level Purchasing 1st shift E-Verify Location: Elgin, IL | On-Site Job Summary The Purchaser will negotiate with vendors to purchase all materials, supplies, equipment, and services Chemtech Plastics uses. This person will also review vendor performance quarterly and work to develop suppliers as needed. Job Duties Reviews MRP for necessary production materials and establishes appropriate orders, coordinating with Production Schedulers to meet production requirements. Works with outside service vendors to ensure inventory levels are accurate, orders are on time, and waste levels are tracked. Negotiates with vendors for goods and services, securing the best possible price and service guarantees; develops new supply sources when needed. Follows all existing purchasing procedures and ensures vendor compliance. Negotiates blanket purchase orders when appropriate and monitors costs during the period. Verifies requisitions from other departments for appropriate approvals. Updates and maintains accurate price lists and lead times in DTR (ERP System). Prepares weekly and monthly reports to trace late arrivals from purchase orders. Works closely with the Receiving Department to ensure proper supplies arrive. Maintains material certifications, the Approved Supplier List, and Vendor Certification Matrix; sends vendors’ report cards quarterly. Maintains suppliers’ files and keeps regulatory certifications updated. Reviews suppliers’ regulatory declarations and prepares regulatory declaration letters for customers as requested. Participates in the APQP process, working closely with engineers and estimators to facilitate project quotes, color chip approval, and prepare raw material samples for tool makers. Follows environmental and safety regulations. Processes vendor returns and chargebacks. Additional responsibilities may be assigned. Interactions Must be able to interact and communicate with all levels of personnel, internal and external, within the company. Qualifications At least two years of purchasing experience. Experience in the plastics industry is a plus. Accountabilities Ensure all raw materials, components, packaging, and outside serviced parts are scheduled to meet production and delivery requirements. Maintain material certifications per procedure. Confirm all purchasing paperwork and matrixes are followed per procedures. Job Specifications General knowledge of purchasing policies, processes, and procedures. Complete knowledge of warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures. Knowledge of and experience working with Material Resource Planning in ERP. Extensive knowledge and ability to negotiate best vendor terms and pricing, delivering based on specific budget and schedule requirements. Experience working with all Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Benefits and Compensation Full benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, and voluntary plans $65,000 salary #J-18808-Ljbffr Chemtech Plastics, Inc.