Strategic Indirect Procurement Specialist

Gotion, Inc.; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotion Inc. in Manteno, IL is seeking a Buyer to support daily procurement activities, sourcing materials and services, processing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery to keep operations running smoothly.

You will focus on procurement execution, supplier communication, cost and spend analysis, and compliance with company policies and documentation requirements. A 1–3 year background in purchasing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–3 years purchasing/procurement experience preferred.
• ERP experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders in a timely manner.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and support price comparisons.
• Follow established procurement policies and procedures.
• Ensure accuracy of purchasing documents and system records.
• Support contract and supplier documentation maintenance.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and order status.
• Follow up on open orders and resolve delivery issues.
• Assist in identifying alternative suppliers when needed.
• Maintain positive working relationships with suppliers.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Facilities, and other departments to support purchasing needs.
• Clarify specifications and requirements with requestors.
• Provide procurement status updates to stakeholders.
• Support cost-saving initiatives through quote comparisons and sourcing activities.
• Track market pricing and supplier performance.
• Assist with spend analysis and reporting as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and approval requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and supporting documentation.
• Support audit requests and reporting requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Negotiation basics

Excel

Attention to detail

Team player

Problem solving

Independent work

Procurement processes

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Gotion Inc. in Manteno, IL is seeking a Buyer to support daily procurement activities, sourcing materials and services, processing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery to keep operations running smoothly.

You will focus on procurement execution, supplier communication, cost and spend analysis, and compliance with company policies and documentation requirements. A 1–3 year background in purchasing is preferred.