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Job Location:
Job Location:
Buffalo Grove, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
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Posted:
16 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
13 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client is a High-tech industrial company engaged in energy healthcare and transportation. It operates in five segments: Power Renewable Energy Aviation Healthcare and Capital. The company offers products and services ranging from aircraft engines power generation and oil and gas production equipment to medical imaging financing and industrial products.
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Our client is a High-tech industrial company engaged in energy healthcare and transportation. It operates in five segments: Power Renewable Energy Aviation Healthcare and Capital. The company offers products and services ranging from aircraft engines power generation and oil and gas production equipment to medical imaging financing and industrial products.
Position: Buyer
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Buffalo Grove IL 60089
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: On-site
Job Description:
- The Buyer is responsible for supporting the procurement of materials products and services needed for company operations.
- This role focuses on placing purchase orders maintaining supplier relationships tracking deliveries and ensuring items are received on time and at the correct cost and quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and process purchase orders based on approved requisitions.
- Review and approve auto generated requisitions routed to WMU.
- Review supplier order confirmations and update Oracle accordingly.
- Expedite past due and urgent orders with suppliers to prevent production delays.
- Order parts and materials to support Aftermarket demand.
- Create and manage intercompany inventory transfer requests.
- Collaborate closely with Production Planning Engineering and Inventory teams to support manufacturing schedules.
- Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing availability lead times and delivery schedules.
- Monitor open orders and follow up proactively to ensure on time delivery.
- Verify order accuracy and resolve discrepancies involving quantity pricing or quality issues.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure data integrity within the ERP system.
- Assist with supplier evaluations and help maintain the approved vendor list.
- Coordinate with internal departments such as Manufacturing Quality and Accounting to resolve order related issues.
- Support cost control initiatives by reviewing pricing identifying savings opportunities and preventing unnecessary spend.
- Ensure all purchasing activities follow company policies procedures and compliance requirements.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associates degree or coursework in business or supply chain preferred
- 0 2 years of purchasing administrative or supply chain experience
- Basic understanding of purchasing or inventory processes
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel Outlook); ERP experience a plus
Skills & Competencies
- Ability to manage multiple open orders and priorities
- Basic negotiation and cost-awareness skills
- Clear communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Basic negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Team-oriented with the ability to work independently
- Data entry accuracy
Work Environment
Office environment
Office environment
- Standard business hours occasional overtime may be required to support production needs.
TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
