Buyer

Aegis is seeking 2 buyers to join our client's organization in Alsip, IL. These roles are contract positions for 4-6 months long. The ideal candidate has the following skills and experience:

• 1+ years of buying experience
• Manufacturing buying experience
• SAP experience is the biggest requirement. They do not have time for someone to learn SAP from scratch. Hands-on experience using SAP on the procurement/purchasing side, including working within MRP. (Material Requirements planning)
• Experience reviewing/evaluating MRP requirements to determine what materials need to be purchased and when.
• Need to be able to identify the SAP transaction codes (T-codes)
• Hands-on experience with the full purchasing process, including creating/placing POs, vendor confirmations, monitoring orders, expediting materials, and resolving supply/vendor issues.
• Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and ownership, with the ability to work across Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Production, Accounting/AP, and suppliers.
• Other technical abilities - Outlook, Teams, Excel - I would say proficient to advanced level!

• 3+ years of buying experience.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience purchasing components/materials from outside vendors.
• Previous contract/project experience is completely acceptable given that this is a temporary backfill.
• Degree is not required - relevant SAP and Buyer experience matter much more.