Inside Car Buyer

LKQ Corporation; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the automotive sector as a Procurement Support Specialist. This role offers opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment. You will assist the Procurement team with vendor-related duties and ensure timely receipt of materials. Enjoy competitive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Parental Leave

Fertility Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

PNC Daily Pay Option

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Procurement team with various procurement duties.
• Update and maintain product/vendor data in internal systems.
• Generate reports on supplier performance and cost savings.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Math Skills

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

College coursework

Job description

Join the LKQ Family!

We're looking for motivated individuals to join our team at LKQ Corporation. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work environment, LKQ is the place to be. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career!

Job Responsibilities

• Support the Procurement team with various procurement and vendor-related duties.
• Update and maintain product/vendor data in internal systems, including expected dates, notes, and work order status.
• Review vendor order acknowledgments for accuracy and ensure timely receipt of materials.
• Monitor vendor back-orders, shipments, and tracking of source products.
• Communicate with vendors to confirm order placements using PO numbers.
• Maintain vendor scorecards to reflect customer satisfaction ratings.
• Reconcile purchase orders and invoices.
• Coordinate with Procurement and other departments to meet company goals.
• Assist in organizing meetings and preparing/auditing RFPs.
• Generate reports on supplier performance, spending, and cost savings.
• Manage general services such as purchasing office supplies and handling facility issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role does not involve supervising employees.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• College coursework preferred.
• Automotive background preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Basic math skills for handling units of measure.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with moderate complexity.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Primarily sedentary work requiring extended sitting and computer use.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Periodic travel, including overnight stays (up to 10%).

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Parental Leave
• Fertility Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• PNC Daily Pay Option

Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.