Purchasing Agent

Job Summary Our client is seeking a Purchasing Agent to join their team! This position is onsite in Channahon, IL. The ideal candidate will field procurement related questions, manage local purchasing requests for indirect (non-bill of material) products, and assist with direct material purchasing requests. This position is W-2 only. We do not work with third-party firms or C2C arrangements for this role. Core Responsibilities Manage local purchase requisitions for indirect (non-bill of material) products and services according to defined strategies and frameworks Screen potential suppliers through basic Request for Information/Proposal process Ensure the use of the procurement procedures by internal customers Act as a coordinator between the local stakeholders and the procurement organization Source and negotiate pricing for all maintenance supplies and services not covered by strategic sourcing agreements Ensure all purchased materials and services are delivered on time to support a 24/7 operation Coordinate contract implementation tasks with purchasing managers and stakeholders Ensure purchases comply with defined preferred supplier program and are in line with defined channel strategy Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves) High school diploma required 1+ years relevant purchasing experience required Thorough understanding of defined procurement P2P processes, supply chain operations, etc. Work Environment Location: Channahon, IL 100% Onsite Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $24.00 and $35.00 per hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) 401K offered About KellyMitchell At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice. Marketing Disclosure By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from KellyMitchell and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.careers.kellymitchell.com/privacy-policy

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