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WESCO International · Carol Stream, IL

# Associate Buyer

Carol Stream, IL, United States Hybrid Full-time Supply Chain & Logistics 

Listed on WESCO International’s official careers site. Posted October 12, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on WESCO International’s careers site →](https://eklm.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/33771)

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## Job description

As an Associate Buyer, you will be responsible for replenishing inventory through analyzing data and use of business systems to make the proper buying decisions. You will be responsible for buying products at the lowest costs, expediting product status with suppliers, and communicating/managing exceptions with internal and external partners.

### Responsibilities

Reviews daily purchasing reports and system recommendations and determines proper quantities and items to purchase and creates purchasing documents to send suppliers. Assist in the execution of stock replenishment, special order (SO), and drop ship (DS) buying where assigned while making buying decisions based on most economical method with respect to quantities, order minimums or prepaid terms and mode of transportation.

Follows up with suppliers concerning order status and delivery, and communicates delivery information to impacted departments.

### Qualifications

Associate’s Degree in Business or related field required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- 1 year of Purchasing within supply chain environment preferred
- 1 year of Knowledge of industry including suppliers, customers, and competitors preferred
- Knowledge of purchasing and inventory concepts is required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills is required
- Strong problem solving skills is required
- Strong computer skills is required

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 12, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 18, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 6 days
- Location: Carol Stream, IL, United States
- Work arrangement: Hybrid
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on WESCO International’s careers site →](https://eklm.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/33771)

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