Procurement & Warehouse Associate — Vessel Deliveries

Canal Barge Company; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Canal Barge Company is seeking a Junior Buyer/Warehouse Associate to support procurement for vessels and internal customers. The role also maintains a safe warehouse, processes POs, and tracks deliveries within the ERP system.

You will assist with RFQs, grow vendor relationships, and coordinate cross-functionally with buying and warehouse teams. Occasional driving for deliveries may be required; experience in procurement and forklift certification are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or purchasing (1 year) is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to drive a forklift with certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent; TWIC credential.

Responsibilities

• Purchase items for vessels and internal customers; groceries, marine and safety supplies.
• Request RFQs for procurement needs of internal customers.
• Identify and develop vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Review and approve purchase orders according to company policies.
• Follow up on POs for timely delivery and track back-ordered items.
• Receive POs in ERP and process invoices in On Base to support Accounting.
• Maintain warehouse inventory and internal catalog with updated pricing.
• Coordinate cross-functionally between buying and warehouse operations.
• Arrange service, maintenance, and cleanliness of CBC and Illinois Marine Towing vehicles.
• Provide delivery (driving) for Canal Barge Company and Illinois Marine Towing vessels as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Independently work

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

TWIC credential

Forklift certification

Valid driver's license

Tools

ERP system

On Base software

Job description

Canal Barge Company is seeking a Junior Buyer/Warehouse Associate to support procurement for vessels and internal customers. The role also maintains a safe warehouse, processes POs, and tracks deliveries within the ERP system.

You will assist with RFQs, grow vendor relationships, and coordinate cross-functionally with buying and warehouse teams. Occasional driving for deliveries may be required; experience in procurement and forklift certification are valued.