Vogrinc Search Group · 21 hours ago
Procurement Specialist
Sterling, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelVogrinc Search Group is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to oversee the entire order process. The role involves managing purchasing activities, collaborating with various teams to ensure material availability, and driving process improvements within purchasing workflows.
Human ResourcesEmploymentStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Kim Penticoff
Responsibilities
Manage purchasing activities in support of manufacturing and production schedules
Collaborate closely with planning, production, and operations teams to ensure material availability
Understand and support materials planning processes, including demand forecasting and inventory flow
Identify and drive process improvements within purchasing and planning workflows
Maintain accurate purchasing data, supplier information, and lead times
Support ERP system usage and transition efforts (SAP experience is a plus)
Ensure purchasing activities align with production priorities and business objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in purchasing, inventory, or supply chain management
Hands-on experience with both purchasing and planning functions
Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows and material planning
Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with operations and supply chain teams
Process-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
Company
Vogrinc Search Group
Vogrinc Search Group is a professional and executive recruiting firm with a 35+ year history of serving multiple industries, including: manufacturing, service, and supply chain sectors.
Founded in 1989
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Brian Vogrinc
Partner, Executive Recruiter: brianv@vogshort.com
Paul Vogrinc
Executive Recruiter and Owner/Partner
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