Buyer Analyst

SupplyCore Inc.

. Independently negotiate and maintain best pricing for new and recurring items within designated contracts .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $51,700 - $73,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on negotiating pricing, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with quality standards such as AS9120B. Proficient in technical data analysis and inventory management to optimize costs and lead times.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement ExperienceNegotiating SkillsTechnical Data InterpretationMicrosoft Suite ProficiencyJDEdwards EnterpriseOne Software

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Hard Skills

ProcurementSupply Chain ManagementTechnical ReviewInventory Forecast AnalysisQuality AssuranceContract ComplianceData EntrySupplier Relationship ManagementCost ReductionLead Time Improvement

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationHighly OrganizedMeticulous Attention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsInventory Management SoftwareMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

AS9120B StandardsFirst Article TestingGovernment RequirementsSupplier Base ManagementNon-Conformance Resolution

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently negotiate and maintain best pricing for new and recurring items within designated contracts
Provide technical review of parts and drawings
Maintain databases for ongoing technical data updates from customers
Maintain a sufficient supplier base per item to meet contract specifications
Cultivate supplier relationships for assigned contracts
Maintain supply chain redundancy to achieve best cost and quality
Improve costs and reduce supply lead times
Establish tiered supplier cost on individual items
Obtain current pricing and lead times and perform data entry
Manage workload for assigned commodities and contract items
Review, monitor, and replenish stocked items
Perform inventory forecast analysis based on sales history and customer demand
Maintain quality assurance and contract compliance under government requirements and AS9120B standards
Manage First Article Testing and other quality test procedures as needed
Manage technical data
Communicate with management and external providers
Resolve non-conformances with internal and external stakeholders
Issue purchase orders and follow up on backorders, expedited deliveries, and rescheduled orders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree, or 3 years of procurement experience
Proven experience in procurement, or supply chain preferred
May include military personnel who have been formerly trained or have relevant experience in lieu of civilian experience
Excellent negotiating skills to effectively collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Highly meticulous and organized to execute multiple projects at once, adhering to deadlines
Ability to read and interpret technical data and drawings
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be able to engage in and exchange communication with others in all situations
PC proficiency in Microsoft Suite products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
Familiarity with ERP systems and inventory management software a plus
Proficiency using JDEdwards EnterpriseOne Software highly preferred
Required to be a U.S. citizen or hold a permanent residency (green card holder)

Benefits

Comp & perks

3 weeks of PTO with a generous accrual policy
Wellness Program
14 company paid annual Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Work Life Balance
Nationwide Medical, Dental, Vision, & FSA
Casual Work Environment
Optional Additional Life Insurance
Progressive Associate Recognition Program
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Company Provided Professional development
Annual social and community events
Annual Education Assistance Program
Company provided PC and office supplies
401K with bi-weekly Safe Harbor contributions
On-site Free Parking [Hybrid/ In-person]