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Buyer IV
Job in
Carol Stream, DuPage County, Illinois, 60158, USA
Listed on 2026-02-15
Listing for:
Serac
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-15
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Operations Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
🔧 Buyer IV (Senior Technical Buyer)
📍 Onsite – Carol Stream, IL (5 Days/Week)
💰 Salary Range: $91,100 – $99,900
đź•’ Full-Time | Exempt
🚫 No Sponsorship Available – Must Be Authorized to Work in the U.S.
AboutThe Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Buyer IV to lead the procurement of complex mechanical components, engineered assemblies, and technical services in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure cost, quality, and delivery objectives are consistently met. The ideal candidate brings strong technical aptitude, advanced sourcing expertise, and the ability to mentor junior buyers.
Key Responsibilities Procurement Leadership- Manage purchasing of complex mechanical parts, assemblies, supplies, and services
- Align procurement strategy with MRP requirements, cost targets, and production schedules
- Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and supplier performance
- Build and expand a high-performing supplier network
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms
- Resolve supplier non-conformances and performance issues
- Track supplier KPIs (quality, delivery, cost)
- Partner with Engineering to evaluate alternative materials and components
- Support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives
- Participate in technical reviews and sourcing strategy discussions
- Interpret advanced 2D/3D drawings and specifications
- Ensure sourcing decisions meet technical requirements
- Provide guidance on manufacturability and supplier capability
- Serve as a technical resource for junior-level buyers
- Share best practices in sourcing and supplier management
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
- 7–10+ years of progressive purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated experience sourcing complex mechanical parts and engineered assemblies
- Strong blueprint and CAD interpretation skills
- Advanced negotiation and supplier evaluation skills
- Hands‑on experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
- Experience managing high‑complexity procurement projects
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