Manufacturing Purchasing & Inventory Assistant

Super Steel, LLC; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Super Steel, LLC in Mequon, WI, is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support daily purchasing, document control, reporting, and inventory-related activities. You will work under the Sr. Buyer to ensure purchase orders are documented and acknowledged, and that materials are available to support production.

The role involves collaboration with Purchasing, Production, Quality, and suppliers on a hands-on basis, with growth opportunities and backup support for the Sr. Buyer.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience required.
• Experience in a manufacturing office or admin support is preferred; supply chain exposure is a plus.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with an ERP system is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate purchasing and document-control records, including purchase orders and certifications.
• Review purchase order acknowledgments and follow up on discrepancies or changes.
• Run purchasing and open-order reports to identify past-due orders and shortages.
• Communicate with suppliers by phone and email regarding order status and material requirements.
• File and maintain material certifications and other quality documentation.
• Monitor open orders and help ensure materials are available to support production.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication with suppliers

Independent work

Proactive

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP system

Job description

Super Steel, LLC in Mequon, WI, is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support daily purchasing, document control, reporting, and inventory-related activities. You will work under the Sr. Buyer to ensure purchase orders are documented and acknowledged, and that materials are available to support production.

The role involves collaboration with Purchasing, Production, Quality, and suppliers on a hands-on basis, with growth opportunities and backup support for the Sr. Buyer.