Junior Buyer

Job Title: Junior BuyerJob Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Junior Buyer. You will play a crucial role in compiling and recording production data along with preparing records and reports of production, consumption of raw materials, and other aspects of production.

Responsibilities

• Compile and record production data from documents such as customer orders and manufacturing orders.

• Lead the implementation and training of scheduling tools within the business, particularly ERP - SAP.

• Calculate factors such as types and quantities of items produced, materials used, amount of scrap, and work production rates.

• Manage and maintain records, files, and documents related to material planning by opening manufacturing orders, releasing them to business units, and maintaining MRP parameters to support the planning process for current and future demand based on historical data and forecasts.

• Prepare written work schedules based on established guidelines and priorities.

• Verify and correct manufacturing transactions as needed to close work orders.

• Issue stock requisitions as necessary.

• Address all cycle count related issues.

• Ensure timely month-end and year-end reporting.

• Communicate customer order risks to customer service.

• Be responsible for delivering service agreements to customers.

• Work additional hours with short notice when required.

Essential Skills

• 1-2 years of purchasing, procurement, or buying experience.

• 1-2 years of ERP/MRP systems experience, preferably SAP.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

• Knowledge of ERP, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access programs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with SAP is advantageous.

• Inventory Management experience is a plus.

• College education is preferred.

• Exposure to ordering products from overseas suppliers is beneficial.

• Familiarity with WPG raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing effective manufacture of goods and services.

Work Environment

This is a 100% onsite position with working hours from Monday to Friday, 7am-3:30pm, with flexibility for early start or leave up to 60 minutes. The office environment is modern and professional, featuring a large office staff and various departments you will interact with daily. The team structure consists of 8 people in total, with 3 people in this exact position. You will have your own workspace in an open floor space with cubicles, a three-sided desk, and a stand-up desk. The company is growing, offering a good opportunity for career development and advancement. Key internal relationships include Customer Service, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Finance, Sales, and Operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Loves Park, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Loves Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 25, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.