Strategic Purchasing Specialist

Budnick Converting Inc.; Columbia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Medical plan

Dental & vision

Job summary

Budnick Converting, Inc. in Columbia, IL is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to assist the Buyer in procuring materials, expediting orders, and maintaining supplier relationships.

The role requires collaboration with multiple departments to ensure timely delivery and accurate pricing within an ERP environment. Ideal candidates will have 1–3+ years of purchasing experience, a high school diploma, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of purchasing experience preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills required.
• ERP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in purchasing management and procurement of materials based on requests.
• Develop relationships with vendors and manage top suppliers.
• Expedite rush orders and communicate delivery dates.
• Enter regulatory documentation into the ERP system and maintain price lists.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to fulfill orders and support production.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma

General business coursework

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Budnick Converting, Inc. in Columbia, IL is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to assist the Buyer in procuring materials, expediting orders, and maintaining supplier relationships.

The role requires collaboration with multiple departments to ensure timely delivery and accurate pricing within an ERP environment. Ideal candidates will have 1–3+ years of purchasing experience, a high school diploma, and strong communication and organizational skills.