Posting & Procurement Specialist (2025-9785)
About The Position
Cox Automotive is searching for a Posting & Procurement Specialist. Cox Automotive is a leading provider of automotive products and services, offering a wide range of solutions to dealers, manufacturers, and consumers. With a focus on innovation and customer service, Cox Automotive helps clients navigate the ever-changing automotive industry landscape. From digital marketing and software solutions to vehicle remarketing and logistics, Cox Automotive is dedicated to driving the future of the automotive industry. This is an 8-Month W2 contract assignment with the opportunity for contract extension or to transition to a permanent, full-time role based on performance and business needs. This is a remote role, with candidates ideally located near a Manheim location (Dallas, DFW/Euless, Nashville, or Chicago) Monday - Friday; 8 AM- 5 PM, 40 hours per week
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Basic auction knowledge is a plus
- Knowledge of AS400, ORACLE, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook), and basic accounting procedures preferred
- Solid computer skills required
- Ability to perform repetitive data entry tasks; manual dexterity
- Effective communication skills and organizational skills required
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through required
- Working knowledge of supplier base, parts and supplies ordering, and auction operations
- Ability to effectively adapt to and lead change
- Ability to operate adding machines and other office equipment (e.g., copier, fax machine, etc.)
- Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
- Vision abilities required include close, distance, and depth perception.
Responsibilities
- Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests
- Respond to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations
- Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems
- Review requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications (i.e. general ledger and purchasing categories and intended use)
- Provide supporting documentation for month-end accruals related to purchasing
- Serve as liaison with Shared Services Center
- Make local buying decisions in the event of an emergency
- Cross-train for posting responsibilities
- Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing files, reports, and price lists
- Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best bid among potential suppliers
- Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders
- Forward invoices to appropriate accounts
- Check shipments when they arrive to ensure that orders have been filled correctly and that goods meet specifications
- Compare suppliers' bills with bids and purchase orders to verify accuracy
- Submit bills for payment and ledger coding
- May be required to work overtime (more than 40 hours per week) as business needs dictate
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
