A global food distribution company in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, IL area is currently seeking an Entry/ Junior-Level Purchasing Coordinator to join their organization. This is a full-time, direct hire opportunity.

QUALIFICATIONS OF ENTRY/ JUNIOR-LEVEL PURCHASING COORDINATOR:

· Must have 1 year of purchasing experience
· Experience with ERP software – MS Dynamics, SAP, AS400 etc. is huge plus
· Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
· Ability to be flexible to work effectively with a wide variety of people and to work responsibly and effectively in a multicultural environment
· Ability to multi-task and perform duties time efficiently
· Team-worker, Detail-oriented, Responsible, Punctual, Self-motivated
· While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 75 pounds, lift in excess of 75 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

This position will not support visa sponsorships.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.
We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant’s provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.
We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 (Required)

Work Location: In perso

· Maintaining and updating the inventory through tracking, cycle counts and physical inventories.
· Having and maintaining a good strong relationship with our various vendors / suppliers.
· Research and communicate with new/ existing vendors to build up a plan for procuring supplies client requested
· Analyze the market price of the materials from different suppliers based on quality-level and shipping costs etc.
· Maintain communications along with other departments regarding order specifications and prevent for possible damage/ loss/ delay/ complaint from customers.
· Analyze present and past order progress reports and make suggestions to prevent any delays/ issues with orders.
· Report to management with summarized status report and revised plan for improvement how to increase sales level with their products.
· Perform all other duties as assigned.