Purchasing Agent

Job overview

The Purchasing Agent role is onsite in McCook, IL. Compensation is not specified. The position supports a client that manufactures commercial cooking equipment and helps ensure materials, equipment, and services are sourced efficiently and in line with company requirements. The agent manages supplier sourcing, quotes, negotiations, purchase orders, and delivery follow-up. Coordination with production, engineering, and warehouse teams helps maintain inventory, quality, cost, and production schedules.

What you'll do

• Source and evaluate suppliers
• compare quotes and negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and delivery schedules
• prepare and manage purchase orders
• follow up on orders
• maintain supplier relationships and identify sources
• coordinate purchasing with production, engineering, and warehouse teams
• monitor inventory
• research cost-saving opportunities
• resolve supplier issues
• maintain purchasing records
• support vendor management and process improvement.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

purchasing agent

mccook il

cray kaiser ltd

procurement

supplier sourcing

purchase orders

negotiation

inventory management

manufacturing

microsoft excel

erp systems

supply chain

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting seeks 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing. Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is required; ERP or purchasing/inventory system experience is preferred.

About the employer

CRAY KAISER LTD is hiring for this role. Industry: Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing. Sector: 33.