Strategic Procurement & Inventory Coordinator

Kurz Industrial Solutions; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kurz Industrial Solutions is seeking a Procurement and Warehouse Coordinator to manage procurement and inventory for multiple locations in the Upper Midwest. You will coordinate purchasing, cycle counting, vendor returns, and cross-border shipments while supporting warehouse operations.

The role emphasizes strong vendor relations, process improvements, and accurate inventory controls to ensure on-time customer deliveries and efficient shop operations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in supply chain management or business administration (or equivalent experience).
• 2-4 years' experience in procurement and/or inventory management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Purchase goods and/or services daily for business locations for timely delivery of product.
• Resolve receiving, shipping, inventory, and invoicing issues as they arise.
• Process Vendor returns.
• Participate in Vendor Relationship Strengthening Strategies.
• Be a liaison between Sales and Suppliers as it relates to order placement and management of order dates, pricing, reallocations, Canadian shipments, etc.
• Establish and monitor a cycle count inventory program.
• Monthly fleet reporting data (forklift and truck).
• Participate in special projects when needed.
• Perform warehouse duties when needed for staff shortages, vacation, etc.
• Monthly reporting generation as needed for inventory and vendor requirements.
• Understand Vendor rebate options for strategic purchasing opportunities.
• Manage vendor exchange programs as needed.
• Assist in stocking level discussions quarterly for all locations.
• Identify cost savings opportunities year-to-year.
• Manage item cost structure for purchased goods.
• Review, establish and monitor contracts for facility goods and services.
• Set up and qualify new vendors, including documentation and terms.
• Coordinate inventory transfers between Kurz locations as needed.
• Manage disposition of obsolete and excess inventory.
• Maintain bin and location accuracy within NetSuite.
• Support annual physical inventory counts.
• Manage import/export and customs documentation for cross-border shipments.
• Track forklift certifications and monitor warehouse safety compliance.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory management

Vendor relations

Analytical skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Associate's degree in supply chain management or business administration

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Kurz Industrial Solutions is seeking a Procurement and Warehouse Coordinator to manage procurement and inventory for multiple locations in the Upper Midwest. You will coordinate purchasing, cycle counting, vendor returns, and cross-border shipments while supporting warehouse operations.

The role emphasizes strong vendor relations, process improvements, and accurate inventory controls to ensure on-time customer deliveries and efficient shop operations.