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Title:Buyer
ID:108
Department:Inventory Control
Location:Monee, IL
Description
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Whiting Corporation is a major manufacturer of heavy-duty overhead cranes and railcar maintenance equipment.

The Buyer performs functions to procure parts and supplies based upon Materials Resource Planning and corporate needs.  Looks for suppliers where savings can be maximized without jeopardizing quality.  Serves as conduit between the company and suppliers.

Under general direction:
  • Serves as a proactive liaison with other departments to assist with all phases of material planning, pricing and delivery.  Works with Planning and other shop functions to ensure material is available to production departments as required.
  • Reviews MRP (Materials Requirements Planning) and places orders as required.
  • Researches new suppliers based upon quality, delivery and price.  Negotiates and administers purchasing contracts.  Contacts suppliers to resolve problems or research opportunities.
  • Works with Engineering during the product design phase to maximize profitability of an order utilizing best purchasing practices.
  • Responsible for cost containment and improvement for the commodities under her/his control.
  • Participates in continuous improvement teams across functions in the company.

Reports to:  Materials Manager

Uses: Microsoft Office (incl. Excel,Word,Access), Epicor(ERP).

Job Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalency required; 4 year degree in related field preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years experience in procurement required.
  • Experience in crane or heavy equipment manufacturing industry a plus.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints required.
  • Candidate must have the ability to work in a team environment; must be a good communicator, both verbal and written; ability to conduct interpersonal speaking and writing across all functions in the organization.
  • Ability to maintain an organized approach to procurement in order stay on top of ever changing requirements.
  • Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office.

EOE minority/female/disability/veteran

Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances. 401(k). Profit sharing opportunities.  Eleven paid holidays per year.
 
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About Us

Whiting Corporation, located near Chicago, Illinois, is a major manufacturer of heavy-duty overhead cranes and railcar maintenance equipment. Whiting overhead cranes serve a variety of industries including steel mills, automotive plants, foundries, fossil fuel plants, metal service centers, refuse facilities, hydro-electric plants and nuclear power plants. Additionally, Whiting is a trusted name for railcar maintenance and lifting equipment for the freight and commuter railroad industries, municipal transit authorities, railcar builders and independent maintenance shops. Whiting is ISO-9001:2015 certified and a proud U.S. manufacturer.

Connect with Whiting

Location:
26000 Whiting Way
Monee, IL 60449

Phone:
888-Whiting (944-8464)

Email:
Info@WhitingCorp.com