Associate Buyer

Uline; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete health insurance coverage

401(k) with 6% employer match starts d

Bonus programs

Paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Tuition Assistance Program

On-site café

Fitness center with trainers

Job summary

Uline, a family-owned company and North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials, seeks an Associate Buyer to ensure branches are stocked to meet growing demand. You will analyze inventory, place purchase orders, and maintain vendor relations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams and regional locations, with opportunities for growth within a stable, 45+ year old company that offers robust benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; supply chain major a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, calculate and monitor inventory levels on select product lines.
• Place purchase orders based on replenishment needs.
• Develop and maintain good vendor relations.
• Resolve problems, reconcile vendor returns and expedite order deliveries.
• Collaborate with internal departments when vendor issues arise.
• Partner with other team members to provide support to Uline's regional locations.

Skills

Inventory analysis

Vendor relations

Procurement coordination

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Corporate Headquarters

12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Find fulfillment in your career, at Uline! As an Associate Buyer, learn how to ensure our branches are stocked to deliver on growing customer demand for our quality shipping, industrial and packaging products!

Careers Packed with Potential.

Backed by 45+ years of success, Uline offers opportunities to grow your career with stability you can count on.

Position Responsibilities

• Analyze, calculate and monitor inventory levels on select product lines.
• Place purchase orders based on replenishment needs.
• Develop and maintain good vendor relations.
• Resolve problems, reconcile vendor returns and expedite order deliveries.
• Collaborate with internal departments when vendor issues arise.
• Partner with other team members to provide support to Uline's regional locations.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree. Supply chain major a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!
• Multiple bonus programs.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.

Employee Perks

• On-site café and first-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
• Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.

About Uline

Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 10,000 employees across 15 locations.

Uline is a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening. All positions are on-site.

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