Technical Purchasing Coordinator

Johnson Controls • New Freedom, PA

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About The Position

Join our team and you will be joining our cause to build a world that’s safe, comfortable and sustainable. As a Technical Purchasing Coordinator, you’ll be part of our diverse global team making a significant impact on our organization. You will procure assigned materials for indirect materials such as tooling, components, supplies, equipment and services that meet the engineering organization’s requirements for quality, delivery, price, terms, lead times, and stocking levels.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years experience in purchasing or production and Inventory control.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proven negotiation skills.
• Proficient computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office.
• Proficient with ERP and computer based purchasing systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in working in a cross-functional team environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude - understanding of mechanical parts and equipment.
• Experience with or understanding of purchasing systems desired.
• Specific experience with purchasing mechanical components and machining services highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary coordination point between engineering teams and suppliers to support prototype, development, and low volume material purchasing activities
• Collect, clarify, and document technical requirements, specifications, drawings, and quantities from engineers to support supplier quoting activities
• Identify, engage, and maintain relationships with capable and preferred suppliers for engineered components, tooling, and services
• Request, track, and evaluate supplier quotations in collaboration with engineering to ensure alignment on technical requirements, lead times, and total cost
• Act as a liaison between engineering teams and suppliers, coordinating responses to supplier questions and supporting clarification of drawings, specifications, and requirements
• Initiate purchase requisitions and coordinate purchase order issuance in accordance with internal approval processes and ERP systems
• Track purchase orders from issuance through delivery, including expediting suppliers as needed to meet project and build schedules
• Coordinate material receipt activities with warehouse and build-room personnel, including confirmation of quantities, documentation, and delivery status
• Collect and maintain shipment tracking information from suppliers and provide regular status updates to engineering and project teams
• Maintain accurate purchasing records including requisitions, purchase orders, receipts, supplier communications, and pricing history
• Support resolution of invoice discrepancies, delivery issues, and specification mismatches in collaboration with suppliers, finance, and engineering
• Generate and maintain material tracking, cost, and delivery reports to support engineering and program management scheduling
• Assist with inventory organization and coordination of engineering materials, components, and piece parts as required
• Coordinate purchasing activities across multiple engineering teams and projects, balancing priorities and schedule constraints

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care.
• On-the-job/cross-training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level