What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Buyer position at Machine Solution Providers, LLC?
Job description
A Great Place to Grow!
Machine Solution Providers, Inc. is an internationally recognized company that provides engineered equipment and control systems for use in many industries. Our expertise in engineering, programming, fabrication, and system commissioning enables us to provide high quality solutions for a wide variety of industries.
What We Offer
We offer our employees opportunities to be involved in new process and innovations, with a culture that includes a casual dress code and flexible working hours.
Our benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flex Spending, educational assistance, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.
We are located in Downers Grove, IL, just minutes from I-355, I-88, and the Metra line to downtown Chicago.
MSP is seeking a Mechanical Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager.
What You’ll Do
Primary responsibilities include:
- Review and process all mechanical Bills of Materials (BOM’s) as released by the Mechanical Engineering group.
- Select vendors and write purchase orders
- Obtain quotations and process orders to procure mechanical components.
- Negotiate pricing both on a case-by-case basis and through long-term agreements
- Insure that all orders are delivered on time and expedite as needed
- Interface with the Mechanical Engineering group
- Notify management of significant deviation from projected cost or delivery
- Assist in the development and maintenance of consistent purchasing department practices.
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors
- Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and material requirements.
- Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
- Experience sourcing electrical components is a plus.
- Basic understanding of mechanical fabrication processes such as machining, welding, and sheet metal fabrication is a plus.
- Hands-on experience with assembling custom industrial equipment preferred
Desired Characteristics:
- Driven and ambitious personality
- Dependable and conscientious with a high standard of quality
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
Salary and Benefits
- Salary commensurate with experience & annual bonus opportunity.
- Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life, AD&D Insurance, Flex Spending, 401(k) plan with a company match and company paid Short Term Disability plan.
- 10 vacation days, 5 sick days and 10 paid holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Join a collaborative and innovative team in a fast-paced and exciting industry.
If you are interested in joining our team, visit www.msp-inc.net and see what we are about.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Please tell us your desired salary or hourly rate.
- Do you have at least 5 years experience working in a machine shop or fabrication shop? OR Purchasing custom machined or fabricated components?
- Can you read and interpret mechanical drawings and tolerances?
Ability to Relocate:
- Downers Grove, IL 60515: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
