LHH · 15 hours ago
Procurement Specialist
Plainfield, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
3+ years expLHH is a leading chemical manufacturer seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to support their purchasing operations. The role involves sourcing quality materials, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring inventory needs are met for seamless production.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Mike Abete
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day procurement operations and oversee the work of a Procurement Associate
Negotiate vendor terms, pricing, and delivery schedules to meet company budget and quality goals
Forecast material demands using customer forecasts, production schedules, and market trends
Research, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and consistent quality
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships; resolve issues and disputes promptly
Monitor raw material and packaging inventories, ensuring timely availability for production
Prepare and process purchase orders, verify invoices, and coordinate payments with accounting
Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and participate in supplier audits
Maintain supplier performance records, certifications, and documentation in the ERP system
Conduct monthly and year-end inventory reconciliations across all warehouse locations
Develop and implement departmental procedures and provide training to procurement staff
Collaborate cross-functionally with Production and Quality teams to ensure material readiness
Qualification
Required
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft D365 or similar preferred)
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, both verbal and written
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Proactively identify and manage potential challenges to minimize their impact and recurrence
Preferred
Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft D365 or similar preferred)
Benefits
Medical Insurance: Provided through UnitedHealthcare
Dental & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage options available
401(k) Retirement Plan: Employee contributions up to 15% of compensation, with a 50% company match (up to 3% of salary)
Paid Time Off (PTO):
2 weeks’ vacation for up to 5 years of service
3 weeks’ vacation after 5 years of service
4 weeks’ vacation after 10 years of service
Personal/Sick Time: 7 days per year, with flexibility to use personal time as needed
Paid Holidays: 10 company-observed holidays annually
Disability Coverage: Short- and/or long-term disability insurance provided
Company
LHH
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Late StageLeadership Team
Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
Ted Diven, MBA
CEO - OCM / Lee Hecht Harrison (ID, MT, NV)
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