Purchasing Specialist - St. Cloud, MN

Company Overview

Spee Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that was started in 1978 by Donald and Sylvia Weeres. Our core business is in standard, next-day, ground delivery. The corporate headquarters and main sort facility is located in St. Cloud, MN. We currently employ over 1,800 employees company wide and over the years have expanded throughout the Midwest.

Job Summary

The Purchasing Specialist will prepare, track, ship, and monitor supplies for the company.

Hours and Wages

• Monday-Friday, 7:00AM-4:00PM OR 7:30AM-4:30PM
• Starting wage: $23.00-$28.25 per hour, based on experience
  • The posted pay range reflects the compensation range for this position. Starting pay will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills and internal equity. Employees are generally hired below the maximum of the range to allow room for future compensation growth as they gain experience, develop their skills and demonstrate increased proficiency in the role. Compensation increases are based on applicable company policies, performance and individual development

Pay Grade and Position Status

• Paygrade: E
• Position Status: Full-Time
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the ordering, distributing, invoicing, and billing of uniforms and company casuals
• Order company supplies
• Answer phone calls, emails, and take messages for the department
• Receive daily invoices from vendors and enter into current inventory
• Enter daily transfers from corporate location to branch locations
• Perform periodic complete inventory counts of all supplies
• General filing duties, cleaning, and maintenance of office space
• Interact with vendors and sales personnel
• Manage inventory for both light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles, including parts tracking, stocking, and reconciliation
• Receive, inspect, and process incoming parts and materials; coordinate outbound shipping as needed
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure proper storage and organization of parts
• Place, track, and fulfill parts orders to support maintenance and operational needs
• Take and process parts orders via phone and email, ensuring accuracy and timely response
• Coordinate with vendors, internal teams, and service departments to ensure parts availability
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder parts to prevent shortages or delays
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Clerical or administrative experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Work requires excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Education and Experience

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to work with all types of freight, including hazardous materials, perishable foods and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals

Benefits

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) Plan, Quarterly Bonuses, and more.

EEO and Affirmative Action Statement

Spee Dee Delivery Service, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check.