Procurement Specialist

$ 80000 - $ 90000 / Year
location_onLemont, Illinois

Procurement & Supply Chain

acutePermanent

Copy Linklink

Procurement Specialist

Are you passionate about driving efficiency and building strong supplier partnerships? We’re looking for a Procurement Specialist to take ownership of purchasing operations and ensure materials flow seamlessly to support production goals.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead day-to-day procurement activities

  • Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors to achieve cost savings and meet budget targets.

  • Forecast material needs using market trends, customer demand, and production schedules.

  • Identify and onboard new suppliers to enhance quality and competitiveness.

  • Develop and implement procurement processes and train team members.

  • Maintain accurate supplier records, certifications, and performance metrics.

  • Coordinate APQP activities and participate in supplier audits.

  • Create purchase orders, monitor inventory levels, and ensure timely deliveries.

  • Collaborate with Production to align material planning with operational needs.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or related field (or equivalent experience).

  • 3+ years in procurement or supply chain roles.

  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems

  • Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel

Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000

Benefits:

  • Bonus Offered

  • Health, dental, and vision, life, short/long term disability insurance

  • 401(k) offering

  • Paid time off and holidays (120 hours PTO)

  • Paid sick leave where applicable by state law.

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled



Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Matthew Kryca

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.



Ref: US_EN_27_814413_3113134