Commodity Coordinator

Morton Buildings Inc.; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/prescription coverage

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

401K

Job summary

Morton Buildings, Inc. is seeking a Commodity Coordinator to join the Product Delivery team. The role focuses on assisting Inventory Control Coordinators and Commodity Managers to achieve the best total cost position for the company.

The position requires a bachelor's or associate degree and strong Excel skills, with excellent organizational and communication capabilities in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and 401K/ESOP options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an associate degree with equivalent years of relevant experience.
• Mid-level knowledge of Microsoft Office with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and advanced functions.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with excellent follow through.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Investigates discrepancies in receiving and shipping orders, timely resolving invoicing issues to ensure proper payment based on payment terms.
• Processes purchase orders with distributors to meet production and inventory requirements.
• Tracks commodity inventory levels to maintain optimal stock and prevent shortages or excess.
• Monitors and reports on lead times, delivery schedules, and order status.
• Evaluates supplier quotes, bids, and proposals to identify cost savings opportunities.
• Assists members of the purchasing team to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
• Provides administrative and analytical support for commodity-related projects.
• Collaborates with vendors to support Tool Room inventory control practices and ensure the timely availability, accuracy, quality, and cost-effectiveness of tools, tooling components, consumables, and related materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

Bachelor's or associate degree with related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction We have been in business for over 120 years and have more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants servicing over 100 construction centers nationwide. Per year, across America, thousands of new buildings sport the familiar Morton M.

The Commodity Coordinator is a full-time position within the Product Delivery team, assisting the Inventory Control Coordinators and Commodity Managers in leveraging purchases across the company to ensure the best total cost position is realized for the company.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Essential Functions

• Investigates discrepancies in receiving and shipping orders, timely resolving invoicing issues to ensure proper payment based on payment terms.
• Processes purchase orders with distributors to meet production and inventory requirements.
• Tracks commodity inventory levels to maintain optimal stock and prevent shortages or excess.
• Monitors and reports on lead times, delivery schedules, and order status.
• Evaluates supplier quotes, bids, and proposals to identify cost savings opportunities.
• Assists members of the purchasing team to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
• Provides administrative and analytical support for commodity-related projects.
• Collaborates with vendors to support Tool Room inventory control practices and ensure the timely availability, accuracy, quality, and cost-effectiveness of tools, tooling components, consumables, and related materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or an associate degree with equivalent years of relevant experience
• Mid-level knowledge of Microsoft Office, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and advanced functions
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent follow through
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Annual compensation range at $48,000 to $52,000
• Excellent medical/dental/prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• 401K Opportunity
• ESOP Retirement Program which makes you an owner of the company

Morton Buildings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. All candidates offered employment will be subject to pre-employment screenings which includes a drug screen and background check.

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