Strategic Purchasing & Logistics Specialist

Ultimate Staffing; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing in Chandler, AZ is seeking a Purchasing & Logistics Specialist to support procurement operations and oversee domestic and international shipments.

You will manage purchase orders, maintain supplier relationships, coordinate shipments, and ensure timely movement of goods through the supply chain in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires 2+ years in purchasing or logistics, knowledge of import/export rules and Incoterms, and proficiency with SAP or ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in purchasing, supply chain, logistics, or a related role.
• Hands-on experience managing domestic and international shipments.
• Knowledge of U.S. import/export regulations, customs requirements, and international shipping compliance.
• Experience with freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers.
• Strong understanding of Incoterms and international shipping processes.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; SAP or ERP experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process, manage, and expedite purchase orders while ensuring timely delivery and order accuracy.
• Monitor open and overdue purchase orders, following up with suppliers to meet delivery commitments.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors, freight forwarders, carriers, and customs brokers.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments from supplier collection through final delivery.
• Manage import/export activities, including customs clearance, duties, tariffs, and shipping documentation.
• Track shipments and resolve transportation delays, customs issues, and other challenges.
• Coordinate inter-company transfers and associated purchasing, transportation, and documentation.
• Support inventory management, monitor stock levels, reduce excess inventory, and handle returns/damages.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, freight efficiency, and supply chain performance.
• Participate in supply chain, purchasing, and logistics projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Purchasing

Logistics

Supply chain

Vendor management

Import/Export knowledge

Communication

Time management

Negotiation

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Ultimate Staffing in Chandler, AZ is seeking a Purchasing & Logistics Specialist to support procurement operations and oversee domestic and international shipments.

You will manage purchase orders, maintain supplier relationships, coordinate shipments, and ensure timely movement of goods through the supply chain in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires 2+ years in purchasing or logistics, knowledge of import/export rules and Incoterms, and proficiency with SAP or ERP systems.