Associate Buyer

Uline; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 6% employer match

Bonuses

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Tuition assistance

On-site café

Fitness center

Job summary

Uline, a family-owned distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials, seeks an Associate Buyer to manage inventory, place replenishment orders, and nurture vendor relationships.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and proficiency with Microsoft Office. On-site work at Uline locations with opportunities to engage across departments and support multiple regional sites.

Qualifications

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

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 team members to support Uline's regional locations.

Education

Bachelor's degree

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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