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Advanced Purchasing Assistant

DENSO
Battle Creek, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/10/2026
Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Performs more advanced support duties relating to monthly reporting, supplier communication to ensure price accuracy and timely delivery and supports Specialists with Request for Quote (RFQ) distribution and tracking.
  • Assists with procuring and sourcing parts and services for the maintenance, report and operations (MRO) of the company location or product line assigned. Processes MRO purchase orders.
  • Improves internal processes and documentation to build on efficiency of work and team.
  • Works with internal departments and external suppliers in addressing outstanding issues.
  • Reviews quotations and evaluates suppliers for the purpose of making recommendations. May assist in identifying and analyzing cost savings and negotiating price reductions.
  • Conducts general administrative duties for the purchasing group such as filing, ordering supplies and coordinating miscellaneous department activities.
  • Assists with contract development and execution with suppliers.
  • Assists with value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) projects.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Oracle or equivalent experience
  • MS software experience
  • Works well in team setting and with minimum supervision
  • Strong customer service acumen
  • 1–3-year experience in automotive environment.

Benefits Summary:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans 
  • 401K with 4% Company Match
  • Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
  • Bonus Program 
  • FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
  • Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
  • Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
  • Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Career Development and Ongoing Training 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
  • Volunteer Opportunities 
  • Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
  • Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location) 
  • Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

Annual Salary: $61,000 - $76,000

Salary : $61,000 - $76,000

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