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Visual Comfort & Co. · 2 days ago

Supply Chain Buyer and Planner

Skokie, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$65K/yr - $79K/yr

4+ years exp

Visual Comfort & Co. is seeking a Supply Chain Buyer and Planner to purchase materials and services at favorable terms for the organization. This role involves vendor qualification, bid evaluation, and collaboration to ensure accurate inventory flow while maintaining vendor quality and information.

Consumer GoodsE-CommerceLightingManufacturingRetail

No H1B

Responsibilities

Review Material Resource Planning (MRP) reports and messages daily

Participate in cross functional meetings on product transitions and supply gaps with corrective actions identified

Assist in resolving escalations, aligning purchasing strategies, and ensuring best practices are followed

Participate in weekly supplier calls and meetings including reporting on the measurable status of supplier performance and progress

Assist in reviewing and resolving any discrepancies with supplier invoices, grievances, claims, conflicts, product non-conformance, or quality issues

Negotiate pricing and drive for cost savings with suppliers

Provide buying and planning support to Visual Comfort business units as needed

Work effectively with others in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems

Exhibit and adhere to the established Visual Comfort Company Values

Must demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to agreed-upon schedule

Be fully present in the workplace to effectively collaborate and communicate amongst co-workers and teams

Qualification

Material Resource Planning (MRP)Business AnalyticsNegotiationProcurementMicrosoft Office SuiteLeadership skillsTime managementCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Accounting, Finance, or similar quantitative field

4-6 years of professional experience as a Buyer in purchasing

Strong understanding of Business Analytics and Reporting principles and demonstrated ability to resolve problems through analysis of research, data, and business information

Strong aptitude for and proficiency navigating Systems and Programs, specifically with Material Resource Planning (MRP/DRP) Systems as well as Microsoft Office Suite

Negotiation, strategic sourcing, procurement, and value/cost analysis experience

Strong organizational, prioritization, time management, detail-orientation, and leadership skills

Proficiency in handling multiple tasks, projects and changing priorities

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrate excellent communication with customers, partners, vendors, and fellow employees across all contact channels, including email, chat and phone

Achieve effective results both independently and through others by fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperation

Available to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, late evenings to accommodate supplier calls as needed

Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for this role