Flexible Purchasing & Logistics Specialist

Prototek; Menomonie, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Education reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible Schedule

PTO starting 80 hours

Job summary

Prototek is seeking a Purchasing and Logistics Coordinator to ensure materials and services are available when needed and to maintain efficient inventory levels for production. You will manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, and coordinate orders and shipments in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3+ years in purchasing or logistics, with experience in ERP systems and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• 3+ years in purchasing, procurement, logistics, or supply chain preferred
• Manufacturing environment experience preferred
• Strong negotiation and vendor management abilities
• Knowledge of purchasing, inventory, and logistics processes
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• ITAR/U.S. Person compliance experience is a plus
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Source materials, supplies, and services from qualified vendors
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and supplier agreements
• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders
• Coordinate inbound shipments and monitor delivery schedules
• Track inventory levels to support production requirements
• Evaluate supplier performance and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Resolve purchasing, shipment, and invoice discrepancies
• Maintain supplier records and procurement documentation
• Partner with Production, Operations, and Project Management to support business needs
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within purchasing and logistics

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Inventory management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Prototek is seeking a Purchasing and Logistics Coordinator to ensure materials and services are available when needed and to maintain efficient inventory levels for production. You will manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, and coordinate orders and shipments in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3+ years in purchasing or logistics, with experience in ERP systems and strong analytical skills.