Buyer Planner

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/long term disability

401(k) offering

Paid time off and holidays

Paid sick leave where applicable

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Elk Grove Village, IL is seeking a Buyer Planner to manage purchasing, inventory planning, and supplier relationships across a global network. You will ensure timely procurement of raw materials and finished goods while supporting cost, quality, and delivery objectives.

This role collaborates across Operations, Sales, Engineering, Logistics, and Customer Service to optimize stocking levels, on-time delivery, and drive cost-saving initiatives through negotiations and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in supply chain or related field.
• 3+ years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain planning.
• Experience with international suppliers and import logistics preferred.
• ERP experience required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and supply planning with domestic and international suppliers.
• Create and maintain purchase orders, monitor supplier performance, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Plan inventory levels based on demand forecasts, lead times, and replenishment requirements.
• Track shipments, resolve supply issues, and communicate updates to internal stakeholders.
• Support supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Coordinate with Operations, Sales, Engineering, Logistics, and Customer Service teams.
• Maintain inventory controls and support quality, compliance, and documentation requirements.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Inventory management

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

The Buyer Planner will manage purchasing, inventory planning, and supplier relationships across a global supply network. This role is responsible for ensuring the timely procurement of raw materials and finished goods while supporting cost, quality, and delivery objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and supply planning with domestic and international suppliers.
• Create and maintain purchase orders, monitor supplier performance, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Plan inventory levels based on demand forecasts, lead times, and replenishment requirements.
• Track shipments, resolve supply issues, and communicate updates to internal stakeholders.
• Support supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Coordinate with Operations, Sales, Engineering, Logistics, and Customer Service teams.
• Maintain inventory controls and support quality, compliance, and documentation requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain planning.
• Experience working with international suppliers and import logistics preferred.
• Strong inventory management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• ERP experience required
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000

• Health, dental, and vision, life, short/long term disability insurance
• 401(k) offering
• Paid time off and holidays (80 hours PTO)
• Paid sick leave where applicable by state law.

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