Purchasing Assistant at Universal Presentation Concepts in Madison, WI, USA
- Company: Universal Presentation Concepts
- Location: Madison, WI, USA
- Posted: Sep 18, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Experience: 3+ years
Overview
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.
Job description
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
Skills
Required
- Strong organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Sound decision-making
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
- ERP
- MRP
- Accounting software
Benefits
- 401(k) and Roth
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health insurance benefits
- Paid holidays
- And more
About Universal Presentation Concepts
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!