Procurement Specialist

Ocenco, Incorporated, established in 1970 is the global leader in self-contained escape breathing apparatus and explosion proof lighting for military, maritime, mining, and industrial markets.

Ocenco’s escape breathing devices, certified to national and international standards, protect the user from harsh and irrespirable atmospheres while escaping to safety.

Ocenco’s escape devices range in duration from fifteen minutes to two hours.  The M-20 EEBD series are belt worn and the smallest self-contained escape devices in the world.  The M-40 EEBD series are also belt worn and provide 30 minutes of escape time.  The EBA SCSR series are stored at the work place for escape durations from ninety minutes to two hours.

Ocenco’s explosion proof headlights and area lights are approved for underground use by the U. S. Mine Safety Health Administration.Ocenco is committed to providing the safest and most reliable respiratory protection and lighting that is suited to the users work environment.

Position: Procurement Specialist

Hiring Manager: Purchasing Manager

Job Type: Full-Time, Salaried position

Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI

Job Summary:

The Procurement Specialist is a key contributor to our Purchasing Management and Material Control strategy, playing a critical role in ensuring materials are available to support production and customer demand. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

You will partner closely with Inventory Planning, Purchasing, Operations, and Suppliers to drive timely purchasing decisions, maintain accurate data, and minimize supply disruptions. Success in this role requires strong ownership, problem-solving ability, and a customer-first mindset when working with both internal teams and external partners.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Prepares and administers contracts and purchase orders with specific vendors.
• Confirm that terms and delivery dates are accurate.
• Maintains database regarding vendors’ performance and quality of product(s).

• Issue purchase orders and intercompany orders based on requirements from Inventory Planning
• Track and maintain order data, including due dates, receipts, pricing, and status updates
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively expedite critical orders to ensure on-time delivery
• Communicate delays, risks, or supply issues to leadership and recommend solutions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams
• Request and evaluate supplier quotes for cost, quality, and availability
• Support negotiation of pricing, delivery terms, and service expectations
• Maintain accurate procurement data within ERP/MRP systems
• Coordinate logistics and movement of materials between suppliers and facilities

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Extensive knowledge of contract principles and procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent administrative skills.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work well with all levels of management and staff.
• Proficient with inventory reporting systems.
• Ability to travel up to 10% (if necessary)

Education and Experience:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field preferred.
• Two years of experience in material control or purchasing in manufacturing preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift to 25 pounds at a time.

Ocenco Incorporated provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.