Strategic Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator

JX Truck Center; Wyoming (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

JX Enterprises, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a Purchasing Coordinator to manage parts inventory, equipment, tools, supplies, and services orders across the JX network. The role supports vendor negotiations and analyzes usage, inventory turns, and key metrics to drive efficiency.

Join a third-generation, family-owned leader with 50+ years of history, 30+ locations, and 1,200+ employees. Work Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration preferred or a combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 3–5 years of experience in parts distribution, ideally within heavy/medium-duty or automotive environments preferred.
• Strong background in inventory theory, data extraction, and actionable analytics required.
• Proficiency with computer software required and Google applications preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills required.
• Curious, continuous learner with an entrepreneurial spirit and strong integrity.
• Adaptable, open to investigating and implementing new ideas and processes.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• A curious mindset with an entrepreneurial "pioneering spirit," strong integrity, and a passion for continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all inventory control processes including branch stock purchases, planning and changes, excess inventory reduction and redistribution, stock and nonstock reports, backorder reports, and open purchase order maintenance.
• Monitor and improve KPIs related to inventory functionality.
• Process daily parts inventory orders for all locations in the JX network.
• Review open POs and discrepancies; work with branches and vendors to resolve.
• Initiate vendor returns or inter-branch transfers of no-movement inventory.
• Collaborate to identify and implement solutions to improve purchasing efficiency.
• Assist in tracking vendor purchase incentive programs.
• Assist in new vendor selection, implementation and consolidation.
• Collaborate with team to cultivate positive customer experiences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Tools

Google Apps

Microsoft Office

Job description

JX Enterprises, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a Purchasing Coordinator to manage parts inventory, equipment, tools, supplies, and services orders across the JX network. The role supports vendor negotiations and analyzes usage, inventory turns, and key metrics to drive efficiency.

Join a third-generation, family-owned leader with 50+ years of history, 30+ locations, and 1,200+ employees. Work Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.