Jr. Buyer/Procurement Coordinator

Junior Buyer / Procurement Coordinator

Location: Wixom, MI (On-site Only)

Compensation: $50,000 – $58,000 (based on experience)

Reports To: Procurement Manager

Growth Path: Opportunity to grow into Buyer role based on performance

Role Summary

This role supports daily purchasing operations for production by executing purchase orders, managing supplier follow-ups, and maintaining accurate system data. This role focuses on managing high volumes quickly, staying organized, and helping improve procurement processes and data accuracy. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role with direct impact on production operations.

Primary Focus

This role is responsible for executing daily purchasing activities that directly support production, including order placement, supplier follow-up, and maintaining accurate system data.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchasing Execution

• Create and place purchase orders in ERP/inventory system

• Execute daily buys based on production needs, inventory levels, and internal requests

• Track open orders and follow up to ensure timely delivery

Supplier Communication

• Follow up with vendors on order status, lead times, and shipments

• Communicate delays or issues that may impact production

• Stay on top of open orders, nothing falls through the cracks

Data & System Maintenance

• Maintain accurate part, supplier, and pricing data

• Identify and correct issues such as duplicate items, incorrect suppliers, or outdated pricing

• Support ongoing cleanup and standardization of purchasing data

Cross-Functional Support

• Work closely with Production, Inventory, Shipping/Receiving, and Accounting

• Help resolve issues related to orders, shortages, and discrepancies

• Follow up with vendors as needed to close gaps

• Process Support

• Follow established purchasing processes and workflows

• Support the shift to more structured, PO-based purchasing

• Contribute to improving organization and consistency over time

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or some college coursework

• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, inventory, or supply chain

• Experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience working with ERP or inventory systems

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to manage follow-up and complete tasks consistently

• Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to BOMs or production-based environments

• Experience with workflow or task management tools used to track internal requests

Core Competencies

• High level of follow-through and accountability

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Comfortable with repetitive, high-volume transactional work

• Process-oriented mindset

• Positive, can-do attitude with willingness to learn and grow

Work Environment

• Fully on-site role in Wixom, MI (no remote option)

• Role requires consistent follow-up and communication with suppliers to support production timelines

• High-volume, fast-paced environment

• Direct impact on production and operational performance

If you're a driven individual who takes pride in delivering high-quality products, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces inclusivity, equity, diversity, growth, and community connection.

• Competitive wage, paid time off

• Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities.

Reports to : Purchasing Manager

Who are we:

Firebolt is a global manufacturer and brand illumination partner helping light up iconic brands through captivating smart signs and sensing platforms. We’ve grown exponentially since our founding in 1997 and we're proud to have nearly 100 “Ignitors” that support our clients across the globe. Firebolt is an ISO 14001:2015 manufacturer that achieves performance goals by leveraging its dynamic engineering, production, and logistics talent and capabilities while maximizing its facilities in the USA, UK, and China. From custom, edge-lit LED signage and innovative point-of-sale displays to event data capture and journey analytics, Firebolt delivers brand extension solutions at scale with unmatched quality and precision.

What makes Firebolt a great place to work?

Our teams are composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and generations. We ground ourselves through these brand tenets:

• Invention & Excellence

We carry forth a “no boundaries/no barriers” mindset on every solutions sprint.

• Inclusivity & Equality

We create stages and pathways for all voices to be equalized, expressed, and elevated.

• Nature & Well-Being

We respect, preserve, and conserve the precious natural resources all around us.

Firebolt Ignitors stand proudly on this bedrock of beliefs. These tenets drive our behaviors, inside and outside of our offices.

Firebolt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Firebolt Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Firebolt Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.