Indirect Buyer — Cost-Saving Sourcing Pro (Manufacturing)

VALTO Engineered Materials; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

VALTO Engineered Materials seeks an Indirect Buyer in Joliet, IL. The role leads indirect sourcing for the site, driving cost efficiency, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement of non-production materials.

The position supports other locations as needed and requires a degree in a related field with 2–5 years of procurement experience, plus strong cost-analysis and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, procurement, or related field.
• 2–5 years of procurement or sourcing experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Ability to analyze costs and drive savings opportunities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work in a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Identify and source suppliers for Joliet site indirect goods and services.
• Negotiate contracts and favorable terms including total cost of ownership.
• Issue and track purchase orders; coordinate with internal teams for timely fulfillment.
• Collaborate with other sites to leverage volume and reduce cost of ownership.
• Ensure budgets are followed and forecast future purchasing needs.
• Measure savings opportunities and supplier performance using KPIs.
• Resolve issues related to quality, delivery, or payments.
• Communicate project updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Cost analysis

Negotiation

Vendor management

Communication skills

Matrix organization

Education

College degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

ERP/Procurement systems

Job description

VALTO Engineered Materials seeks an Indirect Buyer in Joliet, IL. The role leads indirect sourcing for the site, driving cost efficiency, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement of non-production materials.

The position supports other locations as needed and requires a degree in a related field with 2–5 years of procurement experience, plus strong cost-analysis and communication skills.