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Purchasing Specialist

Job in Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, 53202, USA
Listing for: In-Place Machining Company
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-05
Job specializations:
  • Supply Chain/Logistics
    Procurement / Purchasing, Logistics Coordination, Inventory Control & Analysis, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Purchasing Specialist

Keep Operations Moving. Own the Details. Drive Results.

We're looking for a high-impact Purchasing Specialist to keep materials, equipment, and services flowing—on time and on budget. You'll be the go-to connection between our internal teams and a specialized vendor network.

Safety is always the priority.

What You'll Do
  • Own the purchasing process from request to PO to delivery
  • Source materials, tooling, and services critical to operations
  • Create and track purchase orders in ERP (Great Plains a plus)
  • Communicate timelines and updates to vendors and internal teams

Keep documentation accurate, organized, and audit-ready

Purchasing Execution
  • Review requisitions and issue POs quickly and accurately
  • Track orders and ensure on-time delivery
  • Keep stakeholders informed every step of the way
Vendor Management
  • Build and manage strong supplier relationships
  • Source specialty items and solve supply challenges
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts
  • Maintain backup vendors to keep supply chain strong
Operations & Improvement
  • Resolve invoice discrepancies and support payments
  • Partner with Accounting for smooth procurement flow
  • Identify cost savings and efficiency gains
  • Help improve purchasing processes and controls
What You Bring
  • 3–5 years of purchasing experience (manufacturing preferred)
  • Strong communication and organization skills
  • Ability to read mechanical drawings
  • Solid understanding of purchasing + basic accounting
  • Experience with Microsoft Office (ERP experience a plus)
What Sets You Apart
  • You move fast without sacrificing accuracy
  • You stay on top of multiple priorities
  • You communicate clearly and follow through
  • You solve problems before they become issues
Work Environment
  • Office + industrial shop setting
  • Exposure to equipment, machinery, and active operations
Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED (Associate's preferred)
  • Valid driver's license

Why It Matters

This role is essential to keeping projects on track and operations running smoothly. You'll directly impact cost, timelines, and overall efficiency—every single day.

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