Purchasing Assistant

Wolverine Power Cooperative is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Purchasing Assistant to join our team! In this role, you will help keep Wolverine’s purchasing activities moving by processing requisitions, maintaining purchasing records, communicating with suppliers, monitoring purchase orders, and supporting inventory and receiving functions. You’ll also serve as a key resource for routine purchasing questions and help ensure information is accurate and up to date within our systems. What You’ll Do Process purchase requisitions and maintain accurate purchasing records Communicate with suppliers and internal teams to obtain quotes, track orders, and resolve routine issues Monitor open purchase orders, delivery dates, shipments, and receiving discrepancies Support the review of pricing, lead times, and supplier performance Support inventory replenishment and long-lead material purchases Assist with inventory audits and help resolve stock discrepancies Process new inventory part requests and maintain accurate inventory part information within Wolverine’s ERP system Process receipts for purchased materials and ensure supporting documentation is complete What We’re Looking For Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy Effective analytical and problem-solving skills Strong written and verbal communication skills The ability to work collaboratively with employees, suppliers, and contractors Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Experience working with database software is preferred An associate degree in business administration with a purchasing specialization, or an equivalent combination of experience and knowledge, is preferred Why Join Us? At Wolverine, we don't just offer jobs, we build long-term careers. We invest in our people and believe a strong workplace starts with a positive employee experience, meaningful relationships, and a culture built on service, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Wolverine employees enjoy: Pension plan 401(k) with employer match Zero-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance for your entire family Health Savings Account (HSA) Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance Generous paid time off and holidays Educational assistance and ongoing professional development opportunities A supportive culture grounded in teamwork, respect, and service Headquartered in Cadillac, Michigan, Wolverine Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative owned by eight member cooperatives across the state. Together, we serve more than 300,000 homes, farms, and businesses with reliable, affordable power every day. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys staying organized, solving problems, working with a variety of people, and helping ensure materials and purchasing information are where they need to be, when they need to be. Join Wolverine Power Cooperative and help support the systems, materials, and supplier relationships that keep our operations moving. Studies show that individuals from underrepresented groups, including women and people of color, often hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Wolverine, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you're passionate about this role but don't meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique experiences and perspectives are what help us grow stronger as a team. Wolverine actively seeks a diverse workforce and ensures that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic disposition, or any other legally protected status.

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