Hiring: Sr. Purchasing Agent Company: Jacuzzi Group Location: Streamwood, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 11:33:01 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint About the job Required Skills: •Execute procurement strategies and purchasing plans that align with company goals, production requirements, and demand forecasts •Manage purchasing activities for multiple commodities and suppliers, including the creation and maintenance of purchase orders within the Infor LN ERP system •Monitor material requirements and supplier commitments to ensure materials are available to meet production schedules and customer demand •Review and analyze purchasing, inventory, and material planning reports within the Infor LN ERP system to support purchasing decisions and identify potential supply issues •Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and usage trends to optimize inventory investment and stock turnover while maintaining an uninterrupted supply of materials •Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships, addressing delivery, quality, pricing, and service issues as needed •Investigate and reconcile discrepancies involving quantities received, purchase orders, invoices, and supplier shipments •Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and increased purchasing efficiency Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred •Five (5) years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment •Demonstrated experience achieving cost savings, improving supplier performance, or delivering other measurable purchasing results •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions •Intermediate-level Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with spreadsheets, analyze data, and create reports •Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint •Demonstrated capacity to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision •Strong attention to detail and a high level of organization •Proactive, self-motivated, dependable, and results oriented •Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams 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!