Purchasing and Logistics Coordinator

Position Summary

This role supports global supply chain operations, procurement, and logistics within an advanced industrial technology environment. You will work closely with international teams and suppliers, playing a key role in ensuring smooth operations across sourcing, order management, and distribution. The position offers a dynamic mix of coordination, problem solving, and hands-on responsibilities.

• Source components and manage RFQs, pricing, and delivery timelines with vendors
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and performance standards
• Process purchase orders, sales orders, and invoices in collaboration with internal teams
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments, including required documentation and compliance processes
• Track order status, shipments, and inventory
• Handle incoming materials, including inspection, documentation, organization, and inventory updates
• Manage relationships with logistics providers and support shipping arrangements and cost control
• Support issue resolution related to quality, returns, and supplier/customer coordination
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure proper documentation across systems

• Knowledge of finance and accounting is a plus
• Communicate with customers and handle inquiries professionally across phone, email, and in-person interactions
• Exposure to international supply chain or cross-border logistics operations
• Knowledge of the Japanese language is a plus
• Strong negotiation and vendor management capabilities
• Ability to understand and communicate technical or product-related requirements

Greater Chicago Area, Illinois

• Full-time
• On-site

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO and others

USD 65,000 - 75,000