Buyer

RapidAir Industrial Solutions; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RapidAir Industrial Solutions is seeking a highly organized Buyer to join our Procurement team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will manage purchase orders, communicate with suppliers, track orders, and keep ERP data accurate to ensure on-time delivery and cost control.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of purchasing experience, proficiency with ERP systems such as Business Central, and strong MS Office skills. Mandarin/Cantonese is a nice to have.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2–4 years purchasing/procurement experience required.
• Experience using Business Central or similar ERP systems.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Professional proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese is a nice-to-have.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders based on system requirements, inventory needs, and purchasing parameters.
• Send purchase orders to suppliers, obtain confirmations, and monitor open orders for on-time delivery.
• Expedite materials when necessary and communicate delays or shortages to internal teams.
• Maintain accurate item, supplier, pricing, lead-time, MOQs, and purchasing data in the ERP system.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding availability, pricing, lead times, changes, and delivery dates.
• Resolve PO, receiving, shipment, and vendor discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assist with freight quotes and coordinating shipments when required.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and cross-functional partners (Operations, Warehouse, Logistics, Finance).
• Assist with purchasing reports, inventory analysis, and procurement reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Follow-up skills

Vendor relationships

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s in Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Business Central

ERP systems

Job description

RapidAir is a leading designer and manufacturer of branded compressed air solutions—including piping, fittings, filtration, and accessories—serving transportation, manufacturing, industrial, energy, agricultural, and consumer markets.

In 2024, Gryphon Investors acquired a controlling interest in RapidAir through the Heritage Fund, positioning the company for significant growth. Together, we’re expanding into new markets, strengthening customer relationships, and leveraging macro industrial trends to scale RapidAir’s leadership in the compressed air space.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable Buyer to join our growing Procurement team. The Buyer will be responsible for day-to-day purchasing activities, including purchase order creation and management, supplier communication, order tracking, expediting, and maintaining accurate purchasing information within the ERP system.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of purchasing, procurement, materials, or supply chain experience and is comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position will work closely with Operations, Warehouse, Logistics, Finance, and suppliers to ensure materials are purchased and delivered on time and at the appropriate cost and quantity.

This role provides an opportunity to develop within the Procurement organization and take on additional responsibilities in supplier management, inventory planning, sourcing, cost reduction, and procurement process improvement as experience and performance develop.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders based on system requirements, inventory needs, and established purchasing parameters.
• Send purchase orders to suppliers, obtain confirmations, and monitor open orders to ensure on-time delivery.
• Expedite materials when necessary and communicate potential delays or shortages to the appropriate internal teams.
• Maintain accurate item, supplier, pricing, lead-time, minimum order quantity, and purchasing information within the ERP system.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding product availability, pricing, lead times, order changes, delivery dates, and other purchasing requirements.
• Resolve purchase order, receiving, shipment, invoice, and other vendor-related discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assist with obtaining freight quotes and coordinating shipments when required.
• Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and cross-functional partners, including Operations, Warehouse, Logistics, and Finance.
• Assist with purchasing reports, inventory analysis, and other procurement reporting as requested.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing accuracy, supplier responsiveness, delivery performance, and overall procurement efficiency.
• Perform other purchasing and procurement-related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of relevant purchasing/procurement experience required.
• Experience using Business Central or similar ERP systems.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote)
• Professional proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese nice to have.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple purchase orders, suppliers, priorities, and deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong follow-up skills and a sense of urgency.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Basic to intermediate Excel skills and the ability to work with purchasing and inventory data.
• Ability to identify purchasing or supply issues and elevate problems when appropriate.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and willing to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn and take on additional procurement responsibilities as experience develops.

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily office-based, requiring the ability to sit or stand for extended periods while using a computer and phone.
• Ability to communicate clearly and receive direction in a fast-paced environment.
• Occasional light physical activity, such as moving product samples or reference materials.

Travel Requirements

up to 10%

Travel is required to support operational, supplier, and cross-functional business activities. This includes onsite visits to the Auburndale, WI facility, as well as occasional supplier visits as business needs require.

RapidAir Products offers the opportunity to join a growing, market-leading platform backed by a premier private equity sponsor. This role provides meaningful ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to directly impact the company’s success.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and sexual orientation, and ancestry, marital or veteran status. Diversity is valued and we will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an "at will" basis. Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as needed.