Purchaser

Transcontinental • Huntley, IL

15h • $78,000 - $84,000

About The Position

Overview Create value at TC Transcontinental. At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team. We have been driving innovation since 1976. With approximately 7400 employees, TC Transcontinental is a North American leader in flexible packaging, a Canadian retail marketing services provider, Canada’s largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Respect, teamwork, performance and innovation are the strong values held by the Corporation and its employees. TC Transcontinental's commitment to its stakeholders is to pursue its business activities in a responsible manner. We take care of our team, support each other and cultivate a sense of belonging for all. The Purchaser plays a critical role in ensuring that production operations run seamlessly by securing the materials and resources needed to support business demand. This position is responsible for leading all site purchasing activities, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost‑effective procurement strategies that align with quality and delivery requirements. With a strong focus on inventory control, process improvement, and category management, the Purchaser serves as a key partner to both internal teams and external suppliers. Success in this role requires a proactive mindset, strong analytical skills, and the ability to balance urgency with strategic decision‑making in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. The salary range for this position is $78,000 to $84,000 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity. This range is provided to ensure clarity and promote equitable access to employment opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3 years of procurement and supply chain experience.
• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP systems.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing industry experience preferred; flexible packaging or printing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Uphold ethical standards related to safety, quality, and food safety policies, including adherence to the TC Transcontinental Code of Conduct.
• Comply with all plant standards such as HSW, GMP, SQF, and Continuous Improvement processes.
• Report any safety, quality, or food safety issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
• Lead all purchasing activities for the site.
• Create and manage all purchase orders.
• Negotiate contracts for price, delivery, and quality.
• Procure packaging and raw materials that meet cost, quality, and timeline requirements.
• Provide monthly supplier forecasts.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials required for production.
• Manage and reduce inventory to targeted levels.
• Create reporting for management, including cost savings tracking.
• Monitor and advise on risks or opportunities related to materials or suppliers.
• Collaborate with internal/external production teams on category management and purchasing optimization projects.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to maximize value.
• Create SOPs to support process continuity.
• Resolve supplier issues related to pricing, quality, delivery, or invoices.
• Minimize expired and obsolete inventory by avoiding excess purchasing.
• Deliver expected outcomes across assigned responsibilities.
• Communicate openly, truthfully, and respectfully.
• Identify manufacturing and quality issues and assist leadership in resolving them.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level