Technical Purchasing Coordinator

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!

Who we are:

Johnson Controls is global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. Our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary

• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care.

• On-the-job/cross-training opportunities

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do: 

Join our team and you will be joining our cause to build a world that’s safe, comfortable and sustainable. As a Technical Purchasing Coordinator, you’ll be part of our diverse global team making a significant impact on our organization. You will procure assigned materials for indirect materials such as tooling, components, supplies, equipment and services that meet the engineering organization’s requirements for quality, delivery, price, terms, lead times, and stocking levels.  

How you will do it: 

• Serve as the primary coordination point between engineering teams and suppliers to support prototype, development, and low volume material purchasing activities 

• Collect, clarify, and document technical requirements, specifications, drawings, and quantities from engineers to support supplier quoting activities 

• Identify, engage, and maintain relationships with capable and preferred suppliers for engineered components, tooling, and services  

• Request, track, and evaluate supplier quotations in collaboration with engineering to ensure alignment on technical requirements, lead times, and total cost 

• Act as a liaison between engineering teams and suppliers, coordinating responses to supplier questions and supporting clarification of drawings, specifications, and requirements 

• Initiate purchase requisitions and coordinate purchase order issuance in accordance with internal approval processes and ERP systems 

• Track purchase orders from issuance through delivery, including expediting suppliers as needed to meet project and build schedules 

• Coordinate material receipt activities with warehouse and build-room personnel, including confirmation of quantities, documentation, and delivery status 

• Collect and maintain shipment tracking information from suppliers and provide regular status updates to engineering and project teams 

• Maintain accurate purchasing records including requisitions, purchase orders, receipts, supplier communications, and pricing history 

• Support resolution of invoice discrepancies, delivery issues, and specification mismatches in collaboration with suppliers, finance, and engineering 

• Generate and maintain material tracking, cost, and delivery reports to support engineering and program management scheduling 

• Assist with inventory organization and coordination of engineering materials, components, and piece parts as required 

• Coordinate purchasing activities across multiple engineering teams and projects, balancing priorities and schedule constraints  

What we look for: 

Required 

• 1 to 3 years experience in purchasing or production and Inventory control. 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 

• Good communication skills both written and verbal. 

• Proven negotiation skills. 

• Proficient computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office.        

• Proficient with ERP and computer based purchasing systems.                                                                            

Preferred 

• Experience in working in a cross-functional team environment. 

• Basic mechanical aptitude - understanding of mechanical parts and equipment. 

• Experience with or understanding of purchasing systems desired. 

• Specific experience with purchasing mechanical components and machining services highly valued. 

SALARY RANGE: $48,000- $72,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)  This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the