Procurement & Logistics Coordinator

Jump Trading Group is committed to world class research. We empower exceptional talents in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science to seek scientific boundaries, push through them, and apply cutting edge research to global financial markets. Our culture is unique. Constant innovation requires fearlessness, creativity, intellectual honesty, and a relentless competitive streak. We believe in winning together and unlocking unique individual talent by incenting collaboration and mutual respect. At Jump, research outcomes drive more than superior risk adjusted returns. We design, develop, and deploy technologies that change our world, fund start-ups across industries, and partner with leading global research organizations and universities to solve problems.
Procurement & Logistics Coordinator supports the logistics involved in the acquisition, transport and deployment of technology equipment throughout the firm.

What You’ll Do:

• Handles the full logistics cycle on a global scale – importing, exporting, internal reporting and compliance
• Creates vendor consistency globally by assisting with the streamlining of communications related to quotes, delivery estimates, and pricing
• Applies strong attention to detail and critical thinking to effectively process requests
• Ensures that quality, cost, delivery, service, and innovation expectations are clearly communicated to external suppliers and works to ensure those expectations are met
• Assists with the full purchase cycle, including quoting, purchasing, receiving, inventory tracking and payment reconciliation
• Oversees the arrival of equipment with the appropriate staff for receiving and installation, including opening inbound ticket requests
• Maintains an inventory of frequently used items, tracks usage patterns, and proactively orders gear as needed
• Confirms costs against approved Purchase Orders and verifies invoice accuracy
• Coordinate equipment liquidations as needed
• Demonstrates a strong interest in trading infrastructure operations and continuously adds value to the team through a can-do attitude and self-starting approach
• Other duties as assigned or needed

Skills You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• At least 2 years of professional experience required
• Prior experience with IT-related procurement required
• Experience working with U.S. and International customs, including importing, exporting and taxation requirements
• Strong interest or experience in automation is highly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio
• Proven persistence and problem-solving ability when facing obstacles
• Strong internal customer service skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and shift focus as business needs evolve
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Knowledge of or exposure to USITC and the Harmonized Tariff Schedule is a plus
• Ability to collaborate with third-party shipping coordinators to facilitate international shipping
• Reliable and predictable availability with the ability to be onsite 5 days per week