Strategic Purchasing & Supply Chain Lead

STARTEK LIGHTING AMERICA LLC; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

STARTEK LIGHTING AMERICA LLC is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead cross-functional supply chain projects, optimize efficiency, and drive cost savings. You will manage procurement, vendor relationships, and stakeholder communications to deliver key supply chain initiatives that align with business goals.

The role requires 5+ years in supply chain operations with emphasis on purchasing, planning, inventory, and warehouse management, plus ERP system proficiency and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 4 years of experience in supply chain operations.
• 5+ years in purchasing, planning, inventory and warehouse management.
• Experience in lighting or electrical components is a plus.
• Strong ERP and warehouse management knowledge.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to read pick lists, part numbers and basic drawings.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of raw materials, components and supplies to meet production schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure quality and timely deliveries.
• Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure schedules are met efficiently.
• Adjust production plans to address changes in demand, supply availability or capacity.
• Monitor and control inventory levels to balance availability with cost efficiency.
• Maintain accuracy of stock records through cycle counts and audits.
• Assist warehouse operations, ensuring proper storage, handling and distribution.
• Track warehouse KPIs including order accuracy and on-time shipments.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaborating across departments

Read and understand part numbers/draws

Ability to lift 50lbs and stand/walk

Education

Bachelor’s or Equivalent 4 Year Experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

STARTEK LIGHTING AMERICA LLC is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead cross-functional supply chain projects, optimize efficiency, and drive cost savings. You will manage procurement, vendor relationships, and stakeholder communications to deliver key supply chain initiatives that align with business goals.

The role requires 5+ years in supply chain operations with emphasis on purchasing, planning, inventory, and warehouse management, plus ERP system proficiency and strong analytical skills.