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.

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
• Cook up and 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

Qualifications

• 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
• Able to understand and communicate technical or product-related requirements

LOCATION AND HOURS

Greater Chicago Area, Illinois
Full-time
On-site

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• PTO and others

PAY

USD 65,000 - 75,000