Buyer
Heat and Control
Galesburg, IL
Here at Heat and Control, we're always seeking talented minds to join our expert team of technologists and change-makers. We partner with global industry leaders to design, engineer, and build production machinery that creates world famous food and consumer products, and we’d love for you to join us as a Buyer / Procurement Specialist at our Galesburg, IL location.
Location: Galesburg, IL (hybrid / onsite)
Heat and Control is a global OEM of food processing and packaging equipment. This position will mostly work onsite in our Galesburg, IL manufacturing facility where our focus is Product Handling, Raw Material, and Water Conditioning machinery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and procure raw materials, components, and services to support production schedules.
- Contact vendors to ensure on-time delivery, expediting when needed.
- Discover and qualify new suppliers to resolve sourcing challenges.
- Negotiate vendor pricing, terms, and contracts. Assess current pricing against other suppliers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business is preferred
- 5+ years in purchasing or procurement in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite. SAP is a plus.
Who We Are
We are process and product technologists committed to advancing food, pharmaceutical, and other industries with science and imagination. Whether you measure success by flavor, efficiencies, improvement, or innovation, count on us to deliver results.
Founded in 1950 by five engineers that saw an opportunity to modernize processing equipment, Heat and Control has consistently pursued our founders’ original passion for helping customers improve their products ever since and has been a leader in science, technology, and service from the start. Our organizational knowledge and experience allow us to approach a strategic solution most efficiently, and the level of our commitment to service and partnership is unmatched.
Mission and Values
Rising to the challenge, advancing processes, and helping to bring the best products to the world using science, technology, and creative thinking.
If you're interested in joining a growing industry leader, click apply now to learn more.
About the Company
Heat and Control
Heat and Control is a world-leading equipment manufacturer serving an ever-growing list of food and non-food industries. We believe that when you purchase equipment from Heat and Control, you are joining us in a long-term relationship. In addition to the latest technology and highest quality equipment for processing, product handling, packaging, and inspection, we are committed to providing the industry's best service — before and after the sale. To this end, we support you with equipment demonstrations, engineering and applications assistance, project management, installation, training, and prompt, expert service and parts support wherever your plant is located.
With manufacturing facilities and sales support offices worldwide, Heat and Control has the resources and expertise to develop the most efficient solutions for your production challenges.
Our equipment operates around the clock, around the world, providing the advantages you need to succeed in today's competitive markets. Whether you need one machine or a complete line, we design and build machinery that delivers the most reliable and efficient performance for your products.
As a privately owned and operated company, we also understand that it takes quality products, continued improvement, and responsive expert service to ensure continued growth for your business. Heat and Control is here to serve you on all counts.