Purchasing Assistant

POSITION:Purchasing Assistant

About UPC

UPC has been designing and manufacturing retail store fixtures and point-of-purchase displays in Madison, Wisconsin, for almost 50 years, since 1978. Started as a family business, we have grown and have established ourselves worldwide. We are employee centric and are looking for strong candidates and long-term commitments. Our employee's tenure says it all!

Position Summary .

• Purchase materials, supplies, equipment, and services to support company operations.

• Source vendors, obtain quotes, and maintain supplier relationships.

• Coordinate deliveries, inventory, and logistics to ensure materials are available when needed.

• Maintain purchasing records, process invoices, and resolve purchasing or vendor issues.

• Work with internal teams to support projects and production schedules.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor market trends.

• Perform other purchasing and administrative duties as assigned.

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound decision-making.

Facility & Work Environment

• Standard Office Environment

• Occasional exposure to manufacturing, production, and warehouse environments. The position requires periodic communication and collaboration with production team members.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.

• One to three years of purchasing, procurement, inventory control, administrative, or related experience required.

• Manufacturing or industrial purchasing experience is a plus.

• Experience working with vendors, purchase orders, freight coordination, and inventory management.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word) and experience using ERP, MRP, or accounting software.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) and Roth

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Health insurance benefits

• Paid holidays

• And more

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE REFER TO UPC WEBSITE, www.upcdisplays.com or contact us in the following way:

Phone: 608-222-5658

Fax: 608-222-3933

Email: HR@upcdisplays.com

Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.