Strategic Capital Equipment Buyer

Novolex; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Flexible spending and health savings

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and wellness program

Job summary

Novolex is seeking a Capital Buyer to source, negotiate and purchase capital equipment, construction and engineering services across the organization, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will work with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Project Managers, and Finance to deliver projects per procurement policies; develop RFQs, evaluate proposals, negotiate terms, and manage POs in ERP. This role offers strong growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Package Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for capital equipment, construction services, engineering services, and project materials.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies that support capital project objectives, schedules, and budgets.
• Prepare and manage RFQs, RFPs, and bid packages for capital projects.
• Evaluate supplier proposals, conduct commercial analyses, and make sourcing recommendations.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, warranties, service agreements, and contracts.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Finance, and Project Management teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Create and manage purchase orders and procurement documentation in ERP systems.
• Monitor supplier performance, expediting critical deliveries to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, value engineering, supplier consolidation, and process improvements.
• Support capital budgeting and forecasting activities through accurate cost estimates and market intelligence.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, safety standards, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing practices.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to support long-term business objectives.
• Analyze market trends, commodity fluctuations, and supplier capabilities to mitigate supply chain risks.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Supplier relationship mgmt

Analytical

Organizational

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Package Engineering

Job description

Novolex is seeking a Capital Buyer to source, negotiate and purchase capital equipment, construction and engineering services across the organization, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will work with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Project Managers, and Finance to deliver projects per procurement policies; develop RFQs, evaluate proposals, negotiate terms, and manage POs in ERP. This role offers strong growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.