Purchasing Associate

Oshkosh Corporation • Oshkosh, WI

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About The Position

Oshkosh Delivery is dedicated to redefining the future of last-mile and commercial delivery. Built on Oshkosh Corporation’s legacy of engineering excellence and innovation, we design and manufacture advanced delivery vehicles that are durable, efficient, and sustainable. With a focus on reliability, driver experience, and cutting-edge technology, Oshkosh Delivery empowers fleets and businesses to move goods smarter, safer, and with confidence, today and for the road ahead. Job Summary The Purchasing Associate is an entry-level role supporting procurement activities for the NGDV Aftermarket program, a rapidly scaling organization responsible for supporting the full lifecycle of aftermarket parts for NGDV vehicles. This role focuses on tactical purchasing execution, supplier and customer coordination, and day-to-day transactional support across purchasing, warehouse operations, and finance partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel
• Ability to work across multiple internal teams and external partners

Nice To Haves

• Entry-level purchasing or supply chain experience, including internships
• Exposure to manufacturing, distribution, or aftermarket environments
• ERP experience (JD Edwards, SAP, or similar) preferred but not required
• Experience supporting invoicing, cost variance analysis, or financial reconciliation a plus

Responsibilities

• Process and manage purchase orders, including expedites, defers, cancellations, and acknowledgements
• Support tactical purchasing activities aligned to aftermarket demand and service requirements
• Interface with suppliers and customers regarding order status, delivery timing, and issue resolution
• Resolve invoice discrepancies in partnership with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams
• Coordinate closely with warehouse operations on inbound material, shortages, and fulfillment priorities
• Support purchasing analytics, including cost variance review and basic reporting within ERP systems
• Participate in supplier communications and support supplier readiness for aftermarket demand
• Collaborate with GPSC, service engineering, publications, and operations teams to support aftermarket execution
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives as the aftermarket organization scales

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees