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Buyer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Lapham-Hickey Steel is a family-owned, industry-leading steel service center with a legacy of almost 100 years in manufacturing and steel processing. With locations across the U.S., including ...

Buyer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Lapham-Hickey Steel is a family-owned, industry-leading steel service center with a legacy of almost 100 years in manufacturing and steel processing. With locations across the U.S., including ...

Join Lapham-Hickey Steel - A Tradition of Excellence, Innovation, and Opportunity Lapham-Hickey Steel is a family-owned, industry-leading steel service center with a legacy of almost 100 years in ...

Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp . is seeking a full-time Production Shift Supervisor for our Night Shift to join our Paulding, OH plant team. We are looking for someone that will share our vision; to create ...

Join Lapham-Hickey Steel - A Tradition of Excellence, Innovation, and Opportunity Lapham-Hickey Steel is a family-owned, industry-leading steel service center with a legacy of almost 100 years in ...

Bander

Dayton, OH · On-site

$17.50/hr

Join Lapham-Hickey Steel - A Tradition of Excellence, Innovation, and Opportunity Lapham-Hickey Steel is a family-owned, industry-leading steel service center with a legacy of almost 100 years in ...

Slitter Operator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$20.52 - $24.74/hr

Lapham-Hickey Steel Corporation is seeking a full-time STEEL SLITTER OPERATOR to join our Bedford Park plant team and share our vision; to create value for our customers, employees, suppliers, and ...

Inside Sales

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$50K - $90K/yr

Join Lapham-Hickey Steel - A Tradition of Excellence, Innovation, and Opportunity Lapham-Hickey Steel is a family-owned, industry-leading steel service center with a legacy of 100 years in ...

Inside Sales

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$50K - $90K/yr

Join Lapham-Hickey Steel - A Tradition of Excellence, Innovation, and Opportunity Lapham-Hickey Steel is a family-owned, industry-leading steel service center with a legacy of 100 years in ...

Production Operator

Paulding, OH · On-site

$19.02 - $20.99/hr

Lapham-Hickey Steel Corporation is seeking full-time PRODUCTION OPERATORS to join our Paulding, OH plant team and share our vision; to create value for our customers, employees, suppliers, and ...

Truck Driver

Rome, GA · On-site

$800 - $1.8K/wk

Our Drivers at Lapham-Hickey Steel are an important point of contact with our customers. Load, secure and deliver flat-rolled coil steel materials in a safe, efficient, timely and professional manner.

Inside Sales - Madison IL

Madison, IL · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Join Lapham-Hickey Steel - A Tradition of Excellence, Innovation, and Opportunity Lapham-Hickey Steel is a family-owned, industry-leading steel service center with a legacy of 100 years in ...

Burn Table Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

Purpose/Summary: A Burn Table Operator performs duties necessary to cut material according to customer specifications using plasma burn table equipment. In addition to preparing orders according to ...

Burn Table Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

Purpose/Summary: A Burn Table Operator performs duties necessary to cut material according to customer specifications using plasma burn table equipment. In addition to preparing orders according to ...

Slitter Operations Assistant

Warren, MI · On-site

$19 - $20.50/hr

Steel Slitter/ Operator Assistant Location: 25854 Sherwood Ave, Warren, Ml 48091 Alkar Steel is looking for a Steel Slitter Operator Assistant to join our outstanding team on the first shift (Usually ...

Maintenance Technician

Columbus, OH · On-site

$23 - $28.50/hr

Purpose/Summary: The maintenance technician position is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment according ...

Purpose/Summary: A Plasma Operator performs duties necessary to set up and operate plasma cutting equipment to cut material according to customer specifications and blueprints. In addition to ...

Laser Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$21 - $29/hr

Purpose/Summary: A Laser Operator performs duties necessary to set up and operate laser cutting equipment to cut and process material according to customer specifications and blueprints. In addition ...

Purpose/Summary: A Plasma Operator performs duties necessary to set up and operate plasma cutting equipment to cut material according to customer specifications and blueprints. In addition to ...

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Lapham Hickey. Jobs Information

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Buyer

Lapham Hickey

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Join Lapham-Hickey Steel – A Tradition of Excellence, Innovation, and Opportunity.

Lapham-Hickey Steel is a family-owned, industry-leading steel service center with a legacy of almost 100 years in manufacturing and steel processing. With locations across the U.S., including Illinois, Connecticut, Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia, we are committed to delivering high-quality steel products while fostering a culture of growth, teamwork, and innovation.

At Lapham-Hickey, we invest in our people, offering competitive benefits, career development opportunities, and a supportive environment where employees can thrive. Whether you're looking to start or advance your career in manufacturing, engineering, sales, or operations, we provide the tools and resources to help you succeed. Join us and be part of a company that values integrity, customer commitment, and continuous improvement. Your future in steel starts here!

Job Summary:

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing raw materials, equipment, and services required for steel manufacturing operations. This role ensures materials are available on time, at the best value, and meet quality standards while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting production schedules.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient procurement of materials that support production goals, reduce costs, and maintain high-quality standards at Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Source and purchase raw materials such as steel coils, scrap metal, alloys, and manufacturing supplies.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, delivery schedules, and payment terms with suppliers.
  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate purchases to support uninterrupted production.
  • Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery reliability.
  • Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and warehouse teams to determine purchasing requirements.
  • Issue purchase orders and track order status to ensure timely delivery.
  • Resolve supplier issues related to quality, shortages, or delivery delays.
  • Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and supply chain risks to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing suppliers.
  • Participate in supplier audits and continuous improvement initiatives.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Manufacturing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3–5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in steel manufacturing, metals, or industrial manufacturing.
  • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
  • Knowledge of steel products, raw materials, and manufacturing processes.
  • Experience using ERP/MRP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • APICS, CPSM, or CPSD certification.
  • Experience with strategic sourcing and contract management.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.


Key Competencies:

  • Negotiation and purchasing expertise
  • Supply chain management
  • Cost analysis and budgeting
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Inventory planning
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Team collaboration
  • Ethical business practices



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