Purchasing Analyst

IMCD Group B.V. • Westlake, OH

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About The Position

The Purchasing Analyst, based in Westlake, Ohio, executes purchase orders, monitors supplier performance, and supports day-to-day supply execution for assigned materials or vendors. The role focuses on learning procurement processes, managing routine supply execution, and developing foundational skills in supplier communication, inventory management, and issue resolution. The analyst works closely with Supply Planning, S&OP, and Operations teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field, or at least 2 years of equivalent professional experience in purchasing, supply execution, operations, or related roles in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Basic understanding of supply chain and procurement concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to manage routine tasks and follow established processes.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic ERP navigation.
• Willingness to learn and develop procurement and supplier management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Internship or co-op experience in supply chain, procurement, or operations.
• Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (JDE), or Oracle.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute purchase orders in accordance with planning recommendations, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Monitor open orders, delivery performance, and supplier confirmations; follow up on routine discrepancies or delays.
• Support identification and escalation of supply risks, shortages, and delivery issues to senior Purchasing Analysts or supervisors.
• Communicate order status and basic supply issues to internal stakeholders, including Supply Planning and Operations.
• Maintain accurate procurement data, order records, and system transactions in ERP and related tools.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement execution, inventory accuracy, and supplier performance.

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility
• Healthcare
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement plans
• Additional programs designed to support employee well-being

What This Job Offers

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