Job Description

Job Title: Purchasing Agent

Location: Arlington Heights, IL

Industry: Manufacturing

Pay: $25–$30 per hour (overtime eligible)

About Our Client:

Addison Group is hiring on behalf of our client, a leading manufacturing company with a strong emphasis on team collaboration and operational excellence. The company offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth.

Job Description:

The Purchasing Agent will be responsible for managing the flow of goods and services, ensuring efficiency in purchasing processes, and maintaining supplier relationships. This role plays a critical part in inventory management and involves close collaboration with multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and process purchase orders (POs) for materials and supplies.
• Execute material requirements planning (MRP) suggestions and monitor system integrity.
• Collaborate with suppliers to review order statuses and resolve discrepancies.
• Communicate with internal teams, including shipping, receiving, and leadership, to support inventory and sourcing efforts.
• Support sourcing of materials and other ad hoc purchasing activities.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 3–5 years of supply chain, purchasing, or PO management experience.
• Industry Knowledge: Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems and intermediate Excel knowledge (pivot tables, formulas).
• Soft Skills: Strong communicator, collaborative, and comfortable interacting with management and cross-functional teams.

Additional Details:

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM or 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.

Perks:

• Semi-annual bonuses
• Annual events, including baseball outings and holiday parties.
• Low-premium, low-deductible medical plans available the first of the month post-hire.
• 15 days PTO annually (increases with tenure) and 10 paid holidays.
• 401(k) with 4% company match, fully vested after 90 days.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.  

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