Purchasing Professional

Jacobs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 61,700 - 84,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited paid time off

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chicago is seeking a Buyer for Advanced Manufacturing. The role involves purchasing standard to complex equipment and materials, managing vendors, and overseeing purchase orders and agreements. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of purchasing experience, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. Competitive benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and personalized paid time off. The base salary range is $61,700 to $84,800 depending on location and experience.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in purchasing.
• Experience managing vendors and vendor pre-qualification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing standard to complex equipment and materials.
• Review purchase orders and ensure invoice approvals.
• Conduct vendor evaluations and participate in negotiations.

Skills

Purchasing experience

MS Office skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent experience

Job description

As a Buyer for Advanced Manufacturing (AM), you will be responsible for purchasing standard to complex equipment and materials. The Buyer will support our team working from our Greenville, SC or Corpus Christi, TX office. Candidates must be willing to accept an on‑site assignment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Purchasing assignments typically consist of lower‑value, non‑critical materials.
• Subcontracting assignments typically consist of lower‑value, non‑critical services, or support of other subcontract administrators as requested.
• Utilize established policies, procedures, systems, and tools.
• Advise stakeholders on creating requisitions and help them understand the overall procurement process.
• Administer purchase orders (POs), procurement agreements, and change orders (modifications).
• Review PO‑/subcontract‑related invoices and ensure that invoices are approved in accordance with terms and conditions agreed within the purchase order/subcontract.
• Evaluate facts surrounding PO‑/subcontract‑related problem areas and apply remedies to resolve them.
• Maintain purchasing/subcontracting documentation in a repository.
• Identify and advise management of PO‑/subcontract‑related risks.
• Prepare bidder lists, qualify bidders, prepare requests for quotation, and conduct bid evaluations.
• Participate in purchase orders/subcontracts negotiations. Work under close supervision. No direct reports or supervisory responsibility. Coordinate with project or departmental personnel in the performance of the purchasing/subcontracting activities.

Required Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience in purchasing.
• Experience managing vendors, including vendor pre‑qualification management.
• Experience using MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work and thrive in a fast‑paced, team environment.
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, construction, supply chain, or operations management, or equivalent project experience.
• Experience in Specialized Manufacturing, Data Centers, or Biopharmaceutical/Life Science Manufacturing projects.

Benefits and Compensation

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $61,700.00 to $84,800.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.