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MCE - Motion & Control Enterprises, LLC

. Continually review and process purchasing suggestions, converting mock purchase orders into accurate supplier orders .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $24 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong procurement and buying expertise within industrial distribution or manufacturing environments, with proficiency in ERP systems and EDI order submission. Excels in communication, organization, and customer service while managing multiple tasks effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement ExperienceERP Systems ProficiencyEDI Order SubmissionMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

PurchasingOrder ManagementStock Transfer OrdersInvoice ResolutionSupplier Collaboration

Soft Skills

Highly OrganizedCustomer Service SkillsTeam CollaborationTask Prioritization

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsTribute ERPVendor Portal Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree (AA) or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Industrial DistributionManufacturing EnvironmentPurchase OrdersSupplier Notifications

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Continually review and process purchasing suggestions, converting mock purchase orders into accurate supplier orders
Enter and submit purchase orders in ERP via EDI and email submission
Enter orders on vendor order-management systems through customer portals
Create and enter rush purchase orders as required to meet urgent customer or operational needs
Consolidate requirements across supplier locations and create stock transfer orders between company locations
Review purchase order acknowledgements from suppliers for accuracy and catch discrepancies before they become delays
Review open purchase orders and expedite as necessary to protect delivery commitments
Collaborate with suppliers and internal customers to resolve invoice and purchase order discrepancies promptly
Review supplier notifications on price increases, minimum order requirements, payment term changes, shipping procedures, and rebates, escalating to management as appropriate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of two years of buying or procurement experience in an industrial distribution or manufacturing environment
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel and Outlook
Excellent communication and customer service skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Highly organized with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also managing independent responsibilities
Experience with ERP systems
Tribute ERP experience is a strong plus
Familiarity with EDI order submission and vendor portal systems
Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company-paid life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with a generous company match
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary benefit products