Temp Purchasing & Logistics Specialist — Part-Time, Tucson

Bruker; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Bruker is seeking a Purchasing and Logistics Associate for a temporary project based in Tucson, AZ. This on-site, part-time role (25 hours per week) supports inventory management, non-production purchases, and supplier coordination to ensure timely delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years in purchasing/shipping in a mechanical/industrial setting, proficiency with MS Office (Excel with VLOOKUP/Pivot), and forklift certification; 3PL experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School or GED equivalent; Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in purchasing and shipping in commercial mechanical/industrial assembly.
• Hands-on Made2Manage or QAD experience.
• MS Office proficiency, including Excel with VLOOKUP and Pivot tables.
• Current Forklift certification.
• Experience with third-party logistics providers (e.g., FedEx, DHL).
• Fluent English; strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a diverse global team; physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license; US citizenship or permanent residency; may require security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inventory management and material movement with Sr. Buyer/Planner.
• Create and implement non-blanket purchase orders for production parts.
• Maintain contact with suppliers regarding late or impending orders.
• Enter data for parts and weekly cycle counts.
• Purchase non-production items (office, supplies, R&D).
• Pickup parts from local suppliers when timely delivery is required.
• Perform shipping duties to maintain daily logistics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent English

Time management

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School or GED equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Made2Manage

QAD

Excel (VLOOKUP & Pivot)

Forklift certification

Job description

Bruker is seeking a Purchasing and Logistics Associate for a temporary project based in Tucson, AZ. This on-site, part-time role (25 hours per week) supports inventory management, non-production purchases, and supplier coordination to ensure timely delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 2+ years in purchasing/shipping in a mechanical/industrial setting, proficiency with MS Office (Excel with VLOOKUP/Pivot), and forklift certification; 3PL experience is a plus.