What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assistant position at MRA-The Management Association?
UPC
Purchasing Assistant
Madison, WI
About UPC
UPC has been designing and manufacturing retail store fixtures and point-of-purchase displays in Madison, Wisconsin, for almost 50 years, since 1978. Started as a family business, we have grown and have established ourselves worldwide. We are employee centric and are looking for strong candidates and long-term commitments. Our employee’s tenure says it all!
Position Summary
Facility & Work Environment
Education & Experience
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
MRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Purchasing Assistant
Madison, WI
About UPC
UPC has been designing and manufacturing retail store fixtures and point-of-purchase displays in Madison, Wisconsin, for almost 50 years, since 1978. Started as a family business, we have grown and have established ourselves worldwide. We are employee centric and are looking for strong candidates and long-term commitments. Our employee’s tenure says it all!
Position Summary
- Purchase materials, supplies, equipment, and services to support company operations.
- Source vendors, obtain quotes, and maintain supplier relationships.
- Coordinate deliveries, inventory, and logistics to ensure materials are available when needed.
- Maintain purchasing records, process invoices, and resolve purchasing or vendor issues.
- Work with internal teams to support projects and production schedules.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor market trends.
- Perform other purchasing and administrative duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound decision-making.
Facility & Work Environment
- Standard Office Environment
- Occasional exposure to manufacturing, production, and warehouse environments. The position requires periodic communication and collaboration with production team members.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
- One to three years of purchasing, procurement, inventory control, administrative, or related experience required.
- Manufacturing or industrial purchasing experience is a plus.
- Experience working with vendors, purchase orders, freight coordination, and inventory management.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word) and experience using ERP, MRP, or accounting software.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
- 401(k) and Roth
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health insurance benefits
- Paid holidays
- And more
Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
MRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer