Hiring: CONTACT US/REQUEST A QUOTE Company: Budnick Converting, Inc. Location: Columbia, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 12:34:15 Employment Type: On-site About the job Experience: •1-3+ years of purchasing experience preferred. •Purchasing & Inventory Manager Required Skills: •Purchase, manage, and effectively communicate the procurement of materials and supplies based on the PO Suggestions Dashboard and purchasing requests. •Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, with a focus on the top 20 vendors. Participate in vendor meetings, training, and sales presentations as needed. •Partner cross-functionally with vendors on date changes, price increases, expedites, and quality issues. Ensure proactive communication through email and phone calls. •Expedite rush orders based on customer volume, vendor strategy, and sales business case. Involve the Purchasing & Inventory Manager or Application Engineer as necessary. •Follow up on promised delivery dates and vendor overdue reports. •Enter regulatory documentation into the ERP system accurately and efficiently. •Regularly update and manage supplier price lists to ensure accurate pricing information. Qualifications: •High School diploma or equivalent. Course work related to general business, purchasing or industry specific topics desired. Compensation: •We also offer medical (premium cost shared with the company – we pay 99% of premiums for employee basic plan), dental & vision insurance Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!