Purchasing Specialist

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Located in Winona, MN

Salary: $21.00-26.00

Purchasing Specialist

Winona, MN

$21.00-26.00/hour D.O.E.

Monday–Friday

7:30am–4:00pm

About the Role

We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to join our Strategic Sourcing team at our Winona, MN manufacturing facility. This is a key role that serves as a central hub for multiple internal departments — you're not just buying parts, you're keeping the operation moving. High performers will find real growth and development opportunities here.

What You'll Do

  • Assist in the procurement of MRO supplies, machine components, capital expenditures, service contracts, tool fabrication, chemicals, and office supplies
  • Manage and maintain vendor relationships, ensuring pricing, quality, and delivery expectations are consistently met
  • Resolve pricing and quantity discrepancies with suppliers on mismatched invoices and receivers
  • Obtain quotes and pricing from vendors to support purchasing decisions across departments
  • Support inventory control and work closely with the stockroom, maintenance, and machine shop teams
  • Ensure purchasing activities align with ISO requirements and internal compliance standards
  • Coordinate shipping and receiving functions as needed to support procurement operations
  • Provide clerical support including filing, vendor follow-up, expediting, and record keeping
  • Collaborate with finance to ensure budgets are maintained and purchasing activity is accurately documented
  • Communicate professionally with suppliers and internal stakeholders across all levels of the organization

What We're Looking For

  • Background in MRO purchasing, inventory/warehouse operations, or industrial manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with ISO requirements and procurement compliance
  • Experience in shipping, receiving, or working alongside manufacturing supervisors
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and general computer skills
  • Strong multitasker with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
  • Service-minded: this role supports many internal teams and requires a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach
  • Professional communicator with strong verbal and written English skills
  • Associate degree in Business, Procurement, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay starting at $21+/hour based on experience
  • Stable Monday–Friday schedule with rare weekends
  • Growth and development opportunities for high performers
  • Collaborative team environment with direct impact on plant operations

Express Office: Winona
1600 Gilmore Avenue
Winona, MN 55987
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