Strategic Steel Buyer

Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp. in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Buyer who will source and purchase raw materials, negotiate terms, and maintain supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

The role requires 3–5+ years in purchasing, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics; strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in steel manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase raw materials such as steel coils, scrap metal, alloys, and manufacturing supplies.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, delivery schedules, and payment terms with suppliers.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate purchases to support uninterrupted production.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery reliability.
• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Excel

Job description

Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp. in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Buyer who will source and purchase raw materials, negotiate terms, and maintain supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

The role requires 3–5+ years in purchasing, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics; strong Excel skills are essential.