Michigan State University · 17 hours ago
Operations Coordinator
East Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$57K/yr - $69K/yr
1+ years expMichigan State University is seeking an Operations Coordinator to manage procurement and inventory responsibilities. The role involves processing purchase orders, managing stocked inventory, and supporting vendor performance evaluations.
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Responsibilities
Utilize the Kuali Financial System (KFS) to process all POs under $25,000 that fall under IPF’s purchasing authority
Determine appropriate stock levels by analyzing issue history, lead times, and customer service levels to develop the correct “high and low” ordering points for stocked parts
Assist the stock team in investigating daily cycle count variances
IPF conducts business with over 330 vendors per quarter. Annually, vendors must update their Supplier Form, Conflict of Interest form, W-9, and, when needed, undergo a criminal background check
Arrange vendor site visits, meet with vendors to discuss service, quotations, resolve issues, and learn about new products, technology, and innovations
Schedule and support project walk-throughs with requestors and vendors
Qualification
Required
Knowledge equivalent to that which would normally be acquired by the first two or three years of college, such as an Associate's degree, in general business, supply chain management or communications
One to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in commodities purchasing, general business, or accounting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license will be required for this position
Must drive University vehicle to perform the duties of this classification and meet the University's rigorous safe driving standards
Preferred
Experience with integrated workplace management software
Experience in the use of spreadsheet, word processing, and database software
Experience with and ability to develop basic mathematical calculating formulas in Excel
Experience with work order management systems such as Planon
Experience with workflow applications such as Microsoft Teams and financial applications such as Kuali
A creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population
Able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment
Ability to understand different perspectives while utilizing expert knowledge of the technical operations of the job
The ability to adapt to an ever changing environment
Benefits
Free comprehensive health care for you and your family
10% contribution toward your retirement
Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time
Company
Michigan State University
Michigan State University has been working to advance the common good in uncommon ways for more than 150 years.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$118.22MKey Investors
Carnegie Corporation of New YorkUS Department of EnergyDenso
2025-09-23Grant· $0.9M
2025-03-27Grant· $48.5M
2024-10-30Grant
Leadership Team
Raymond Boeman
Director, IACMI Scale-up Research Facility and Vehicle Technology Area
Stephanie Vasko
Senior Research and Innovation Consultant, MSU College of Arts and Letters
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