Position Title: Buyer Department: Sourcing/Purchasing Employment Type Full Time Location: Oak Brook, IL Workplace Type: Hybrid
Compensation: $75,000 - $96,000 / year
Buyer
We are looking for a Buyer who will be responsible for executing purchase orders and managing the flow of materials to support production and distribution operations across multiple domestic distribution centers and internal manufacturing plants. This role focuses on ensuring supplier performance, maintaining inventory availability, and supporting operational continuity. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and skilled in coordinating with internal teams and external suppliers to meet service level expectations.
How You Will Help
Purchase Execution
Issue and manage purchase orders based on demand plans, MRP signals, and replenishment needs.
Monitor order confirmations, shipment schedules, and delivery timelines to ensure on-time fulfillment.
Monitor and respond to action messages including planned orders, cancels, and expedites.
Maintain accurate purchasing data in ERP systems.
Supplier Performance Management
Track and report on supplier delivery performance, lead time adherence, and quality metrics.
Liaise with suppliers to ensure compliance with lead times, shipping schedules, and documentation requirements.
Collaborate with suppliers to resolve delivery delays, order discrepancies, and service issues.
Escalate recurring performance issues and support corrective action processes.
Inventory Coordination
Work closely with planning and inventory teams to ensure material availability across distribution centers and production plants.
Proactively identify and mitigate potential shortages or overstock situations.
Support inventory optimization initiatives and cycle count accuracy.
Assist, where needed, to resolve quality issues and inventory shortages because of defective inventory
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with production, logistics, and quality teams to align material flow with operational needs.
Support new product launches and engineering changes by ensuring timely material readiness.
Communicate order status and supply risks to internal stakeholders.
Documentation & Compliance
Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate records of transactions, supplier communications, and performance data.
What You Will Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field.
5+ years of experience in a purchasing or supply chain role, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., M3, SAP) and planning systems (e.g., Blue Yonder, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with overseas suppliers and understanding of international logistics.
Knowledge of supplier performance metrics and reporting tools.
APICS or ISM certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP, CPSM) is a plus.
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $75,000.00 - $96,000.00 USD annually*.
*The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this role. ASC Engineered Solutions’ philosophy on compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations.
About ASC Engineered Solutions
Following the 2019 merger of Anvil International and Smith-Cooper International, the unified company relaunched in March 2021 as ASC Engineered Solutions. Under a single name and logo, ASC Engineered Solutions continues our focus on improving the customer experience every day and striving to deliver service excellence.
The evolved ASC Engineered Solutions brand reinforces a focus on what matters most to customers: quality. As a solutions provider, this quality is reflected in our precision-engineered products, support and knowledge. Our organization is a dependable strategic partner focused on its customers’ success.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
