What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at LaSalle Network?
LaSalle Network is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Buyer to join one of our client's procurement team in Schaumburg, IL. The Buyer will play a critical role in managing the purchasing process, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and materials while maintaining quality standards. This position involves working closely with suppliers, managing inventory levels and collaborating with internal teams to meet business needs.
Buyer Responsibilities :
- Source, evaluate and select suppliers to procure goods and services in alignment with company goals
- Negotiate pricing, terms and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings and meet deadlines
- Issue purchase orders and ensure timely receipt of goods and services
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential suppliers
- Address and resolve any supplier issues, including quality discrepancies and delivery delays
- Monitor inventory levels to avoid shortages or overstocking
- Analyze purchasing trends and adjust procurement plans accordingly
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, logistics and finance, to ensure smooth purchasing processes
- Provide support in supplier audits and assessments as required
- Maintain accurate procurement records and prepare reports on cost analysis, supplier performance and purchasing trends
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement
Buyer Requirements :
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic professional looking to grow their career in procurement and supply chain management. If you are ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make an impact, we want to hear from you!
Thank you,
Grace Pope
Project Manager
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m / f / d / v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.
LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here : https : / / www.thelasallenetwork.com / wp-content / uploads / 2024 / 04 / Field-Employee-Benefits-LaSalle-Network.pdf
