Job Description
Job Description
Title : Buyer / Purchasing 2 (OEM - Scheduling & Orders)
Location : Mossville, IL - HYBRID
Duration : 24 months
Pay Rate : $22-24 / hour W2 + Benefits $25-27 C2C
Job Description :
The Buyer / Purchasing 2 (OEM - Scheduling & Orders) role is responsible for ensuring accurate material availability to meet business requirements and objectives. This position requires strong collaboration with internal and external suppliers, performance tracking, and problem-solving to drive continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities :
- Collaborate with internal and external suppliers to ensure accurate material availability.
- Lead supplier meetings to track performance and drive results.
- Oversee inventory management through customer demand and supplier shipment analysis.
- Regularly lead problem-solving initiatives to improve processes.
- Investigate supplier-reported defects, including internal CAT suppliers.
- Lead team meetings to prioritize tasks and manage change effectively.
- Enforce safety policies and procedures, promoting safety excellence.
- Work with cross-functional teams to align with business goals and deadlines.
- Utilize CAT portals, collaboration tools, and systems to manage data and processes.
Typical Day & Interaction with Team :
Engaging with internal and external suppliers to ensure material availability.Leading performance-tracking meetings with suppliers.Managing inventory through demand vs. shipment analysis.Qualifications (Required) :
Education Requirement : High School diploma or College degree (Master’s preferred).Technical Skills :Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables).
Experience with SAP MACH1 .Qualifications (Desired) :
Experience working with cross-functional teams in a logistics or supply chain environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Knowledge of Caterpillar systems and processes.