Strategic Purchasing Specialist

Budnick Converting Inc.; Columbia (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Medical insurance

401K retirement plan

Profit sharing

Job summary

A leading specialty converting company in Columbia, IL is looking for a Buyer. The Buyer will manage purchasing activities, ensure material availability, and build supplier relationships. This role involves executing purchase orders and supporting inventory reduction strategies while maintaining communication with internal teams. Ideal candidates bring over 2 years of experience and strong organizational skills. The position offers a starting pay of $25-30/hr and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2 plus years of purchasing experience preferred.
• Ability to conduct business professionally and courteously.
• Compliance knowledge preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Execute purchasing activities for assigned locations.
• Build strong supplier relationships and ensure material availability.
• Support cost reduction goals and monitor purchase orders.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Follow-up skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Coursework related to business or purchasing

Tools

ERP systems (Epicor/Kinetic)

Job description

A leading specialty converting company in Columbia, IL is looking for a Buyer. The Buyer will manage purchasing activities, ensure material availability, and build supplier relationships. This role involves executing purchase orders and supporting inventory reduction strategies while maintaining communication with internal teams. Ideal candidates bring over 2 years of experience and strong organizational skills. The position offers a starting pay of $25-30/hr and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.