Coordinator - Purchasing

Skyjack Inc.; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package including health, etc

Career advancement opportunities

Sustainability council

Community outreach

Job summary

Skyjack Inc. in West Chicago, IL is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to manage day-to-day supplier relationships and support the procurement team.

You will handle PO/invoice discrepancies, reporting, and cost-reduction goals while working with AS400/IFS/MRP and advanced Excel to keep inventory aligned with production.

The role emphasizes collaboration across departments and adherence to NAFTA/ISO/PPAP processes and supplier performance.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in purchasing, production planning/inventory control or customer service.
• Strong written and verbal communication with suppliers and coworkers.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• AS400/IFS/MRP experience.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Resolve PO/invoice discrepancies and expedite orders as required.
• Generate, monitor and maintain department files and reports to support targets.
• Assist in vendor compliance to procedures and certifications (NAFTA, ISO, PPAP).
• Produce monthly reports and databases (commodity tracking, cost savings, supplier scorecards).
• Assist in planning and achieving cost reduction goals.
• Supply plant with tooling, MRO and safety items as required.
• Monitor supplier performance and communicate results.
• Maintain inventory levels and replenish stock per procedures.
• Perform other tasks/projects as assigned.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Advanced Excel

AS400/IFS/MRP

Strong communication

Independent/team player

Education

Post-secondary education in business/purchasing

Tools

AS400/IFS/MRP

Job description

Job Summary

This role is responsible for managing the day‑to‑day relationships within the supply chain from an operational and tactical perspective. Focus will be on specific commodities and/or projects as assigned. Coordinators will work closely with Buyers to understand the strategic activities within the different commodities.

Job Description

Job Title: Purchasing Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Resolve purchase order/invoice discrepancies and expedite orders as required.
• Generate, monitor and maintain department files. Prepare documents and reports to support targets.
• Assist in achieving vendor compliance to required procedures and certifications (NAFTA, ISO, PPAP etc.).
• Generate, maintain and publish monthly reports and databases as required (Commodity tracking, cost savings, supplier scorecards etc.).
• Assist in planning and achieving cost reduction goals.
• Supply plant with tooling, MRO and safety related items as required.
• Monitor and maintain supplier performance and communicate results.
• Maintain adequate levels of inventory required by the plant and follow prescribed procedures to replenish stock.
• Perform other tasks/projects as assigned.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• Post‑secondary education with a focus on business, purchasing, materials management etc. is preferred.

Required Skills/Experiences

• One to two years of experience in purchasing, production planning/inventory control and/or customer service.
• Flexible and adaptable to ever‑changing priorities.
• Ability to rapidly respond to unforeseen developments and initiate actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with suppliers and coworkers to implement changes, resolve discrepancies and other supply‑chain related and operational matters.
• Ability to locate data in a variety of forms such as invoices, shipping receipts, special order request forms and new product information sheets. Obtain data such as universal product codes, product descriptions and specifications, prices, discounts, taxes, and comments about suppliers and merchandising methods.
• Ability to work independently but also work in teams with co‑workers to ensure effective forecasting, product distribution and marketing. Collaborate with other departments and team members to make forecasts and build inventories that are compatible with Linamar’s sales strategies and budgets.
• AS400/IFS/MRP experience. Use computer applications and communications software as needed.
• Engage in continuous learning on new products and market trends.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee benefits package includes but not limited to Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

About Us

Skyjack supplies construction rental companies globally with quality engineered, simple, and reliable access and telehandler equipment. Initially started as a scissor lift manufacturer in 1985 and has grown to become a world leader in the general Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) industry. As a dominant player in a consistently evolving industry, Skyjack employees thrive on absorbing new information and have a thirst for continuous improvement in their professional selves. In 2002 Skyjack became a part of the Linamar Corporation and has since been able to leverage strategic partnerships and use the guidance of the parent company to rapidly change the face of the access industry.

Every aspect of the company is deeply rooted in Skyjacks safety initiatives as this can be an extremely challenging industry. Skyjack prides itself on being simply reliable and easy to do business with. This mission extends to the relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees. With access to state‑of‑the‑art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.