Purchasing Coordinator jobs in Waukesha, WI

The Purchasing Coordinator will place orders for parts inventory, equipment, tools, supplies, and services. Additionally, the Purchasing Coordinator will assist in vendor negotiations and conduct analytical research into vendor usage, inventory turns, and other key metrics. 

Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Pay: $26.00/hr. 

Performance Objectives

• Monitor all inventory control processes to include all branch stock purchases, planning and parameter changes, excess inventory reduction and redistribution, stock and nonstock report, backorder reports, and open purchase order maintenance.
• Monitor and work to improve all applicable KPIs regarding inventory functionality.
• Process all daily parts inventory orders for all locations in the JX network
• Review open PO’s and discrepancies. Work with branches and vendors to resolve.
• Initiate vendor returns or inter-branch transfers of no movement inventory.
• Work with key personnel to identify and develop technological or other solutions which will simplify and improve the efficiency of JX purchasing practices
• Assist in tracking and attainment of all vendor purchase incentive programs.
• Assist in new vendor selection, implementation and consolidation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration preferred.
• 3 years experience in a heavy/medium duty or automotive parts distribution environment preferred.
• Thorough understanding of inventory theory and practice, ability to adapt concepts to real applications. Must be able to extract and analyze data, drawing relevant and actionable conclusions.
• Receptive to new ideas and new processes; eager to investigate and implement as appropriate.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced computer/software abilities.

JX Enterprises, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.