Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator | Vendor Negotiation

Milwaukee Health Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Health Services seeks a Purchasing Clerk to handle purchasing of materials, equipment, and supplies, focusing on cost, quality, and time constraints. The role involves processing orders, preparing payments, and maintaining vendor relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or accounting-related degree, purchasing experience, solid Excel skills, and the ability to work independently in a structured environment across two locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least two years purchasing experience, or an associate degree in accounting.
• Self-directed, computer literate with good organizational and math skills; knowledge of purchasing policies and regulations.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships, write legibly, and use Excel to create spreadsheets and charts.

Responsibilities

• Process all purchase orders and vouchers; enter orders, mail to vendors, file copies, verify receipts, encumber funds.
• Prepare purchase orders for payment; verify orders against invoices; enter data in the PO system.
• Type requests for bids, quotes, proposals, and contracts as directed.
• Maintain inventory; order supplies and equipment; verify receipt against purchase orders.
• Establish vendor contacts; obtain quotes; negotiate price, quantity, delivery dates, and terms.
• Process outbound mail and coordinate inbound packages; assist with Accounts Payable as directed.
• Compile data for simple financial and statistical reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in accounting

Two years purchasing experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Milwaukee Health Services seeks a Purchasing Clerk to handle purchasing of materials, equipment, and supplies, focusing on cost, quality, and time constraints. The role involves processing orders, preparing payments, and maintaining vendor relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or accounting-related degree, purchasing experience, solid Excel skills, and the ability to work independently in a structured environment across two locations.