Find & Apply For Purchasing Assistant Jobs in Macedonia, Ohio

Do you enjoy solving problems, keeping things moving, and making sure people have the information they need to get the job done? TPC Wire & Cable is looking for a Purchasing Assistant/Expeditor who thrives on follow-up, communication, and keeping suppliers accountable. In this role, you'll be the driving force behind on-time deliveries, helping ensure materials arrive when needed, customer commitments stay on track, and supplier issues get resolved. You'll work closely with Purchasing, Customer Service, Sales, Warehouse, Quality, Engineering, and other teams to keep our supply chain moving. If you're organized, persistent, detail-oriented, and enjoy a fast-paced environment where your work makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do Keep Orders Moving:

Follow up with suppliers on open purchase orders, order confirmations, shipping dates, late deliveries, and changing commitments.

Stay Ahead of Delays:

Identify overdue and at-risk orders, communicate potential impacts, and work with suppliers and internal teams to find solutions. Be the

Communication Hub:

Share accurate delivery updates with Purchasing, Customer Service, Sales, Warehouse, Production, and other departments so everyone knows what to expect.

Drive Supplier Accountability:

Proactively follow up on commitments, resolve outstanding issues, and help improve supplier delivery performance.

Coordinate Returns and Replacements:

Assist with return material authorizations (RMAs), replacement shipments, supplier credits, and related follow-up.

Support Compliance Requirements:

Obtain and maintain supplier documentation, including RoHS, REACH, PFAS, certificates of compliance, material declarations, and other regulatory documentation. Assist with

Supplier Quotes:

Gather pricing, lead times, availability, minimum order quantities, and other information to support Engineering and Purchasing.

Keep Information Accurate:

Maintain current purchase order dates, supplier updates, and follow-up records in our ERP system. Support the

Purchasing Team:

Help buyers with purchase order changes, order confirmations, shortage resolution, and other purchasing activities. Spot Opportunities for

Improvement:

Identify recurring supplier issues and share insights that can help improve processes and performance. What You Bring High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree in business, supply chain, logistics, or a related field is a plus. One to three years of experience in purchasing, expediting, customer service, supply chain, inventory, or manufacturing support preferred. Strong organizational skills and the persistence to follow through until issues are resolved. Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Confidence communicating with suppliers and internal teams, including knowing when to escalate an issue. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Excel, along with experience using an ERP or purchasing system. Epicor experience is a plus. A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and the ability to adapt when priorities change. You don't have to know everything on day one. If you have a solid foundation in purchasing, customer service, or supply chain support and are ready to take ownership of the details, we encourage you to apply. TPC Wire & Cable Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay:

$22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 4% Match Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Macedonia, OH 44056