Buyer Planner

LHH; West Dundee (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Offered

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/long term disability insurance

401(k)

PTO 80 hours

Paid sick leave

Job summary

LHH in the United States is seeking a Buyer/Planner to manage inventory and the full purchase order lifecycle. You will collaborate with warehouse and accounting teams to optimize stock levels and ensure on-time deliveries.

An ideal candidate has strong Excel and ERP experience, sharp analytical and communication skills, and a proven ability to build vendor relationships across multiple categories and locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory management and purchasing operations.
• Strong vendor relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Experience with procurement metrics and PO lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory levels and collaborate with warehouse and accounting teams to maintain accuracy.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships and support distribution management.
• Partner with Strategic Sourcing and Category Management to resolve vendor issues.
• Manage the full purchase order lifecycle and follow up on late orders.
• Coordinate material and product flow across the supply chain with internal teams.
• Maintain inventory levels using procurement metrics and resolve backorders.
• Handle purchasing for multiple categories and locations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Buyer/Planner to play a critical role in inventory management and purchasing operations. In this role you’ll leverage your expertise in inventory processes to meet internal stakeholder needs while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction. If you thrive on analytical challenges, process optimization, and building strong vendor relationships, this is your opportunity to grow your career.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze inventory levels and collaborate with warehouse and accounting teams to maintain accuracy.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and support distribution management.
• Partner with Strategic Sourcing and Category Management teams to resolve vendor issues and evaluate product additions.
• Manage the full purchase order lifecycle and ensure timely follow-up on late orders.
• Coordinate material and product flow across the supply chain by working with internal departments.
• Maintain correct inventory levels using procurement metrics and resolve backorders.
• Handle purchasing for multiple categories and locations.
• Perform general item maintenance and other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP System Experience
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of distribution, transportation, and supply chain processes.
• Experience expediting priority orders and managing vendor/logistics challenges.

Salary Range: $75,000-$90,000

• Bonus Offered
• 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.

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics.

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