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Ripple Foods

Ripple Foods

Accounting & Finance
St Charles, IL, USA
Posted on Mar 14, 2026

Aegis is partnered with a long-standing manufacturer of custom industrial lifting equipment that is experiencing strong growth and expanding operations. This organization operates a large manufacturing facility and is investing heavily in new equipment, facility expansion, and ERP modernization.

They are seeking a Junior Buyer to support purchasing operations in a fast-paced, custom manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Review production schedules and material requirements
  • Create and manage purchase orders for steel, hardware, and components
  • Communicate with suppliers on pricing, lead times, and availability
  • Track orders and resolve shortages or delivery issues
  • Maintain purchasing data within ERP systems (transitioning to Epicor)
  • Support cost savings initiatives and supplier sourcing
  • Work cross-functionally with production and engineering

Requirements:

  • 3+ years purchasing experience in manufacturing
  • Experience buying steel or fabricated components preferred
  • ERP system experience
  • Strong supplier communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work in small, collaborative team environment

Ideal background: job shop, machine builder, fabrication, OEM manufacturing.