Dealership:

Lithia & Driveway | Purchasing Specialist

Location: Medford (on-site/hybrid)

Compensation: $20.00hr

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible is responsible for processing IT equipment and other technology-related fixed assets in support of Lithia & Driveway. Focused on all IT related equipment purchases, software licensing, shipments, reporting, support ticket tracking and communication with all stores and Support Services. Including adding back up for fixed asset invoices and basic coding for billing. The Purchasing Specialist has an increased focused in purchasing IT equipment in support of Lithia & Driveway’s acquisitions and projects. The technology Purchasing Specialist is expected to work independently and efficiently throughout the day. They are the first point of contact for any issues or discrepancies pertaining to the purchasing processes and procedures at Lithia & Driveway.

Responsibilities

• Process requests for IT Equipment – generates & gathers appropriate documentation
• Reviews daily emails, organizes and plans day based on urgency & priorities
• Assists stores and employees with questions regarding the fixed asset processes and procedures. Ensures proper approval and documentation is gathered prior to issuing a purchase order
• Processes and sets up fixed assets in the correct systems and spreadsheets, understanding of computer services log
• Communicates with internal and external customers to provide tracking and updates in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate with supervisors and managers to obtain proper approval for large expenses or projects
• Provides guidance on purchasing portal, items available, and how to order or request new items
• Works with internal IT teams to support project purchasing for new and existing locations
• Practice a strong understanding of Lithia’s purchasing practices and related systems
• Processing of package received and shipping of equipment

Skills and Qualifications

• A solid understanding of purchasing processes
• Knowledge of IT equipment and common terms
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail
• Sense of urgency
• Excellent communication
• Critical Thinking – using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Time Management – ability to prioritize workload and manage one’s own time
• 1 year experience in purchasing role preferred
• Values and utilizes internal teammates and employees

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.