Junior Buyer, Aftermarket Parts – Onsite

ADP, Inc.; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly productivity bonus

Job summary

ADP, Inc. in Dixon, IL is seeking a Junior Buyer to join our Aftermarket Parts Distribution Center.

The role supports the Purchasing team by ensuring materials and components are ordered accurately and delivered on time to support aftermarket sales. You will work closely with suppliers and internal departments to manage purchase orders, monitor delivery schedules, resolve routine issues, and maintain purchasing data.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred but not required.
• 0–3 years of purchasing, supply chain, inventory, manufacturing, customer service, or related experience preferred.
• Previous experience working in a distribution environment is a plus.
• ERP or purchasing-system experience is a plus.
• Entry-level candidates with strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily purchase requirements and convert approved requirements into purchase orders.
• Place purchase orders with approved suppliers based on inventory levels, and aftermarket requirements.
• Review purchase orders for accurate part numbers, quantities, pricing and lead times.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to confirm delivery dates and identify potential delays.
• Assist with identifying alternate sources when existing suppliers are unable to meet required lead times or demand.
• Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, lead-time, and purchasing information within company systems.
• Support cost-analysis and sourcing activities as assigned.
• Coordinate with Receiving to resolve purchasing and receipt material issues.
• Assist with rejected or nonconforming parts by coordinating communication between suppliers and internal Quality personnel.
• Develop productive working relationships with suppliers and internal departments.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to purchasing, inventory, supplier performance, and procurement processes.
• Assist Senior Buyer and Purchasing leadership with sourcing projects, supplier reviews, and other purchasing initiatives.
• Participate in supplier visits as needed.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Prioritization

Vendor coordination

Data accuracy

MS Office 365

ERP awareness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Operations/Manufacturing

Tools

ERP software

Purchasing systems

Job description

ADP, Inc. in Dixon, IL is seeking a Junior Buyer to join our Aftermarket Parts Distribution Center.

The role supports the Purchasing team by ensuring materials and components are ordered accurately and delivered on time to support aftermarket sales. You will work closely with suppliers and internal departments to manage purchase orders, monitor delivery schedules, resolve routine issues, and maintain purchasing data.