Strategic Purchasing & Materials Planner — Full Benefits

A. L. Hansen Mfg. Co.; Waukegan, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and personal time

9 paid holidays

401k

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company paid life insurance

Job summary

A. L. Hansen Mfg. Co.

in Illinois seeks an experienced purchasing expediter to coordinate procurement of materials, components and supplies to keep production flowing. The role focuses on timely orders, cost-effective pricing, and meeting delivery requirements while analyzing material needs in line with company policy. Responsibilities include PO creation, supplier communication, and expediting shortages. Candidates will interact with Planning, Warehouse, and Engineering to ensure accurate part

Qualifications

• Coordinate procurement needs based on requisitions and demand data.
• Maintain supplier schedules and ensure on-time delivery to support production.
• Communicate with suppliers via email/phone to address delays and changes.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to resolve order issues and optimize costs.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders and update ERP records accurately.
• Expedite replacement materials and negotiate delivery timelines.
• Reconcile receiving records with POs and report discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Planning, Warehouse and Engineering for part number updates and sourcing.

Skills

Procurement

Expediting

ERP systems

PO Creation

Supplier communication

Data entry

Tools

ERP Software

Job description

A. L. Hansen Mfg. Co.

in Illinois seeks an experienced purchasing expediter to coordinate procurement of materials, components and supplies to keep production flowing. The role focuses on timely orders, cost-effective pricing, and meeting delivery requirements while analyzing material needs in line with company policy. Responsibilities include PO creation, supplier communication, and expediting shortages. Candidates will interact with Planning, Warehouse, and Engineering to ensure accurate part