Purchasing Coordinator

Description

Performs a variety of purchasing duties. Maintains records and files pertinent to purchasing information. Compiles, records, and tracks pertinent purchasing data on computer. Compiles, records and tracks purchasing activities and pricing data. Checks deliveries of material ordered and shipments received. Within prescribed limits takes actions to ensure on-time delivery of material. Coordinates return of rejected or unsuitable orders. Respond to requests for purchasing data and status of material activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Know and understand company and department policies and safety procedures.
• Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
• Print report to know what parts to purchase.
• Locate parts with acceptable trace, price, and lead time.
• Prepares purchase orders or bid requests.
• Have vendors setup in order to purchase.
• Receives and contacts vendors to find out status of an order.
• Interfaces with all departments and resolves problems and issues with need purchase items.
• Run a PO status report, weekly.
• Other various duties as needed or assigned.
• Other various duties as necessary or assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Proficient in purchasing and inventory management software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong analytical skills to compile, track, and analyze purchasing data, with excellent organizational skills to maintain accurate records.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with vendors and internal departments, and ability to resolve issues with purchased items.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently and within a team. Must pass a background check and drug screening.