BUILD STRONG SUPPLIER PARTNERSHIPS AT COILCRAFT Position: Purchasing Specialist Location: Cary, Illinois Coilcraft, Inc. is a privately held global manufacturer headquartered in Cary, Illinois, with a 75+ year reputation for quality and engineering excellence. Our high-performance magnetic components serve customers across telecommunications, computing, automotive, broadband communications, and consumer electronics worldwide. We are seeking a Purchasing Agent to join our Purchasing team. In this role, you'll help develop and manage a reliable supplier base while working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to ensure materials meet Coilcraft's expectations for quality, cost, availability, and delivery. About the Role and Your Impact • Identify, evaluate, select, and develop suppliers that meet requirements for cost, quality, delivery, availability, and reliability • Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing suppliers • Support supplier qualification activities, data collection and analysis, reporting, and corrective and preventive actions • Identify opportunities to improve material value, quality, processing, and overall cost • Initiate supply agreements and support procurement activities for materials used in manufacturing operations • Investigate supplier-related issues, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate corrective actions • Work with Engineering and Operations to maintain and improve material specifications while reducing product variation, processing costs, and scrap • Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to involve suppliers early in new product development and product modification initiatives • Visit suppliers as needed to evaluate capabilities, quality, processes, and opportunities for improvement • Administer online purchasing systems and maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information • Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain Who We're Looking For • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience • 2–5 years of purchasing or procurement experience within a manufacturing environment preferred • Strong Microsoft Excel skills • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities • Effective written and verbal communication skills • Ability to develop productive relationships with suppliers and internal departments • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Preferred Skills • Experience with MRP or ERP systems • Knowledge of inventory control and materials management • Familiarity with ISO/IATF 16949 requirements • Experience with purchasing and shipping processes • Experience with supplier qualification, development, and corrective actions • Experience working directly with Engineering and Manufacturing teams • Familiarity with supplier negotiations and supply agreements Why You'll Love Working at Coilcraft • Play an important role in supporting a global manufacturing organization • Develop relationships with suppliers while working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations • Gain exposure to supplier development, sourcing, quality, and new product initiatives • Join a stable, privately held company with a 75+ year history • Work in a collaborative environment where your decisions directly impact quality, cost, and manufacturing performance • Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, and profit sharing Benefits • 401(k) Matching • Dental Insurance • Disability Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Flexible Spending Account • Health Insurance • Health Savings Account • Life Insurance • Paid Holidays • Paid Time Off • Profit Sharing • Vision Insurance Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability / Veteran This position may require compliance with ITAR export regulations; applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. .