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Sr Buyer - GCG Custom Engineered SolutionsGCG • Springfield, IL, United States
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Sr Buyer - GCG Custom Engineered Solutions

Sr Buyer - GCG Custom Engineered Solutions

GCG • Springfield, IL, United States
7 days ago
Salary
$75,000.00–$90,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

About the Opportunity

GCG Custom Engineered Solutions (CES) () is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Sr. Buyer to join our growing supply chain team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their purchasing career who is ready to take on more responsibility, learn from experienced supply chain professionals, and make a measurable impact on daily operations.

As the Sr. Buyer, you'll support manufacturing and distribution activities by managing inventory levels, processing purchase orders, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. You'll work closely with procurement, supply chain, and commercial leaders to ensure timely, cost-effective purchasing decisions and contribute to process improvements that keep our business moving efficiently.

If you're analytical, collaborative, and ready to grow in a fast-paced environment, this position offers the opportunity to develop your skills in purchasing, vendor management, and supply chain analytics within a supportive and dynamic team.

This role offers a remote work arrangement however we are seeking candidates in either the Eastern or Central Time Zones to allow for alignment of work schedules with our Supply Chain team.

What You'll Do

  • Own complex purchasing activities for assigned categories and vendors, including supplier follow-up and issue resolution.

  • Manage and coordinate supplier RFQs, including obtaining, comparing, and tracking quotes from approved vendors.

  • Issue, process, and manage timely complex multi-line, multi-product purchase orders; maintain accuracy of purchasing and inventory data in the ERP system.

  • Partner with suppliers to confirm order details and delivery schedules, negotiate pricing/lead times and delivery terms, and resolve issues to support on-time delivery.

  • Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure supplier reliability and performance against quality, cost, and delivery KPIs.

  • Maintain material availability by monitoring project-based requirements and distributor inventory; optimize inventory levels and minimize stock-outs.

  • Oversee cable and component inventory stocked for distribution within Renewable Energy and Utilities; interface with Operations and Warehouse to support receiving, stocking, and availability.

  • Maintain strong line of communication between Sales and suppliers to support order status visibility, expedite when required, and ensure alignment on customer commitments.

  • Perform purchasing and inventory-related administrative tasks with a high degree of accuracy; contribute to supplier evaluations and performance reviews as needed.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or similar field strongly preferred; relevant industry experience considered in lieu of degree

  • 5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations in industrial distribution or manufacturing, preferably within the wire and cable industry

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge with ERP systems and purchasing workflows

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment

  • Familiarity with Incoterms, freight terms, or global purchasing practices is a plus

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary between $75,000 and $90,000, and an annual bonus based on company and individual performance

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Multiple medical plan options (CDHP and PPO) to get you the coverage you need

  • Robust Financial Security: Company-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, plus options for supplemental critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans

  • Generous Time Off: PTO plan with paid holidays, paid parental leave, and paid compassionate care leave to support personal well-being and family needs

  • Wellness & Support Programs: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and telehealth access

  • Extras That Matter: Dental and vision plans, FSAs/HSAs with company contributions, pet insurance, legal services, and ID theft protection for peace of mind

  • An employee-centric company that values and truly appreciates our most important asset: You!

Our Use of AI in Recruiting

At GCG, we use AI technology to assist with our interviews by automating note-taking, allowing our hiring teams to focus fully on the conversation. This technology supports efficiency and accuracy in capturing candidate insights during interviews but is not used to evaluate resumes. All resume reviews and candidate assessments are conducted directly by our corporate recruiting team and hiring managers to ensure a thoughtful, human-centered approach.

About Custom Engineered Solutions (CES)

Paige, a GCG company, has been delivering innovative wire and cable solutions for over 65 years. Serving industries including renewable energy, data communications, industrial applications, irrigation, and more, we are committed to engineering excellence, customer-driven innovation, and high-quality products that help businesses solve complex challenges with tailored solutions. Built on a foundation of expertise, flexibility, and humility, we are dedicated to solving customer challenges, adapting to their needs, and continuously improving. At Paige, we remove ego from the equation, fostering a collaborative, customer-focused culture that drives long-term growth, innovation, and enduring partnerships. Join us and be part of a company shaping the future of connectivity.

GCG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

These duties and responsibilities listed above are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act, or ADA. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Furthermore, the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.

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Job Locations US-Remote

ID 2026-2093

Category Purchasing

Position Type Regular Full-Time

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