Oshkosh Defense · 1 month ago
Purchasing Associate
Oshkosh, WI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$51K/yr - $79K/yrOshkosh Defense is an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer dedicated to supporting those who protect others. The Purchasing Associate role focuses on coordinating purchasing activities and supporting the supply chain department through various administrative tasks and supplier interactions.
AutomotiveManufacturingSecurity
Responsibilities
Process purchase order defers, expedites, cancellations
Develop and run reports for unacknowledged orders and past due order management
Interface with suppliers on purchasing activity through the supplier portal
Conduct purchase price analytics and update material cost standards and cost variances in ERP
Participate in supplier business review meetings to review and improve supplier performance
Issue materials and services RFQs and conduct initial review of supplier response
Execute supplier price changes, review price increase threats and support supplier negotiations
Support supplier readiness for product launches
Participate on project teams leading supply chain optimization initiatives such as cost reduction and on-boarding suppliers
Minimal infrequent travel
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to travel 25%
Preferred
Internship experience or previous experience in supply chain
Purchasing experience within the manufacturing industry
Ability to effectively communicate
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow through and attention to detail
Strong time-management and prioritization skills, able to multi-task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where requirements are constantly changing
Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc
Company
Oshkosh Defense
Oshkosh Defense delivers leading-edge tactical wheeled vehicles and life cycle sustainment services
Founded in 1917
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown1917-05-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Alexzandria (Alé) Wiegand, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
Amanda Jones
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2025-10-13
2025-10-09
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