Procurement and Logistics Associate

LOCATION: On-Site, 2661 Galvin Ct., Elgin, IL USA

DEPARTMENT: Purchasing

SALARY: $50,000 - $60,000/ year

At Newhaven Display
, we’re more than a global display manufacturer—we’re a hub of innovation, creativity, and collaboration. Our products power many of the electronics you use every day, from home appliances and medical devices to industrial equipment and automotive tech. We specialize in LCD, OLED, and TFT displays, serving clients across a wide range of industries.

Our mission? Deliver high-quality display solutions and design services that help our customers grow—while continuously pushing the limits of what’s possible.

We are seeking a high-energy a self-starter who will be a key facilitator for the movement of our products from our international suppliers. Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, you will work closely with our external partners and internal departments to plan shipments, monitor progress, and review/maintain critical documentation.

The successful candidate will train alongside the Purchasing Manager on the department processes, eventually handling them autonomously, ensuring the timely delivery of products to our customers through critical thinking and high-level organizational skills.

• Production Status Tracking: Review and analyze weekly supplier production schedule reports to ensure manufacturing stays aligned with delivery requirements and to proactively address potential delays.
• Data Management: Update the internal database with production timelines and shipment updates to provide accurate data to the team.
• Supply Chain Management: Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials through the supply chain to meet inventory requirements.
• Inter-Departmental Bridge: Serve as the primary liaison between Customer Service and our production facilities to provide accurate delivery timelines.
• Quality & Engineering Support: Partner with the Quality and Engineering departments to schedule necessary inspections and coordinate the release of high-spec components.
• Reporting: Assist in generating and analyzing supplier-related reports to help the Purchasing Manager identify trends and optimize vendor performance.

• Shipment Coordination: Coordinate and communicate precise shipping instructions to international suppliers and freight forwarders.
• Import Documentation: Track, maintain, and audit all records for International Import shipments to ensure compliance and visibility.
• Transit Monitoring: Actively monitor the progress of goods in transit.
• Financial Reconciliation: Verify and reconcile all invoices related to suppliers, freight, logistics, and customs statements to ensure billing accuracy.

• Supply/Demand Analysis: Conduct regular reviews of supply and demand metrics to determine accurate ordering quantities and maintain inventory health.
• Purchase Order Execution: Generate and transmit purchase orders to international factories based on inventory requirements.

• Education: Associate Degree or higher with a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Logistics Focus: Prior experience with international logistics is preferred.
• Communication: Proven experience working directly with suppliers or carriers via email and phone to resolve complex issues.
• Core
  
  Skills:
  
  Exceptional critical thinking, task prioritization, detail orientation, and "relentless follow-up" skills. Must be able to decide course of action under various challenging scenarios.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and experience with manufacturing/inventory databases or ERP systems. Net Suite is a plus.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience with manufacturing, electronics, or display technologies is a significant plus.

• Impactful Work: Your efforts will ensure that critical components reach our global customers on time.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with cross-functional leadership, helping to move product across the globe.
• Growth: Newhaven Display is committed to continuous improvement, offering a clear path to advance your…