Product Development Buyer
About The Position
Modern, innovative, and personalized, PureEdge Lighting defies the boundaries of traditional lighting design. As a leading engineer and manufacturer of technologically advanced lighting solutions, we are renowned for inspiring unique, cutting-edge designs. Our extensive product portfolio combines superior craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. Beyond illumination, our commitment to meaningful innovation provides extraordinary value while aiming to improve quality of life. PureEdge Lighting helps solve today’s complex design challenges of illuminating diverse environments – explore the possibilities. Find us at www.pureedgelighting.com Position: New Product Development Buyer Position Reports to the Supply Chain Manager and CEO Job Location: 1718 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL 60614 Job Type: Full-time Pay Rate: $28.50 - $38.50 Hourly The New Product Development Buyer alongside the Supply Chain Manager and the Product Development Manager/CEO is a key member of the team who manages every step of the product lifecycle from concept to production.
Requirements
- Must speak and write English proficiently.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field.
- Min 2 years of Purchasing or Supply Chain-related experience.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated.
- Strong ability to manage multiple projects and change management.
- Ability to work with a cross-functional team without formal authority.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in manufacturing organizations which produce or assemble products.
- Familiarity with product specifications and manufacturing processes.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to read CAD drawings.
- Effective communication to act as a bridge between internal teams and external vendors.
- Prior experience with Epicor 9.0 or above, Oracle or other MRP systems.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to communicate in Mandarin, Cantonese or Taiwanese is a plus but not required.
- Lighting manufacturing experience a plus.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate procurement and assembly of product samples for various purposes including testing, photography, and trade shows by working directly with vendors.
- Placing orders for tooling and pilot materials, and ensuring that development timelines are met.
- Assist with cost analysis with Product Development Sourcing Manager.
- Works with Marketing, Technical, and Engineering teams to ensure deadlines are met.
- Work with Product Development Sourcing Manager to provide estimated launch dates for product families' spec sheets.
- Providing all necessary information for decision making as it related to products.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining task and product milestones during the development stage.
- Monitor all phases of new product development and help to resolve roadblocks.
- Serve as a company-wide resource for product questions and information.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance enrollment on the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
- 401(k) Retirement plan after 6 months of employment.
- Up to 80 hours of accrued Vacation Paid Leave, prorated your first year.
- State and locally-regulated Paid Sick Time.
- Paid Company Holidays, after 30 days.
- Short Term, Long Term Disability, Life, and AD&D optional Insurance benefits the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
- Company-sponsored Life with AD&D Insurance Coverage.
- Optional Enrollment in Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
