Global Purchasing & Trade Compliance Specialist

Milwaukee Valve Co. LLC.; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Valve Company is seeking an International Purchasing Specialist to join our New Berlin, WI team. The role focuses on supplier communications, SAP-based order processing, and inventory coordination to support global procurement.

Applicants must have associate level education or equivalent and SAP experience is preferred. The position emphasizes accuracy, compliance with trade regulations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a demanding manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or six months to one year of related experience and/or training.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to analyze and interpret documents and communicate effectively.
• Familiarity with purchasing processes and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, availability, and delivery schedules and maintain relationships.
• Utilize SAP ERP to prepare and process purchase orders and monitor status for timely delivery.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Logistics, and Receiving to manage payments and importation of goods.
• Track inventory levels and align with current demand, bookings, and trends.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with team members and participate in training and development.

Skills

Communication

Inventory management

Supplier relations

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Milwaukee Valve Company is seeking an International Purchasing Specialist to join our New Berlin, WI team. The role focuses on supplier communications, SAP-based order processing, and inventory coordination to support global procurement.

Applicants must have associate level education or equivalent and SAP experience is preferred. The position emphasizes accuracy, compliance with trade regulations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a demanding manufacturing environment.