Strategic Commodity & Purchasing Coordinator

Morton-Buildings; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

ESOP Retirement Program

Job summary

Morton Buildings, Inc. is seeking a Commodity Coordinator to support the Product Delivery team. The role focuses on coordinating purchasing, tracking inventory, and ensuring cost-effective sourcing across suppliers.

You will analyze quotes, manage supplier relationships, process POs, monitor lead times, and provide analytical support to the team while helping to maintain accurate inventory and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree with relevant experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and advanced Office functions.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication with follow-through.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Investigates discrepancies in receiving and shipping orders and resolves invoicing issues.
• Processes purchase orders with distributors to meet production and inventory needs.
• Tracks commodity inventory levels to maintain optimal stock.
• Monitors lead times, delivery schedules, and order status.
• Evaluates supplier quotes to identify cost savings opportunities.
• Assists purchasing team in aligning sourcing strategies with business needs.
• Provides administrative and analytical support for commodity projects.
• Colalborates with vendors to support tool room inventory and cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Deadline-driven

Organizational skills

Excel (advanced functions)

Education

Bachelor’s degree or associate degree with relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Morton Buildings, Inc. is seeking a Commodity Coordinator to support the Product Delivery team. The role focuses on coordinating purchasing, tracking inventory, and ensuring cost-effective sourcing across suppliers.

You will analyze quotes, manage supplier relationships, process POs, monitor lead times, and provide analytical support to the team while helping to maintain accurate inventory and timely delivery.