Job Summary: We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Coordinator to manage the procurement process, ensuring the smooth flow of materials and supplies needed for our manufacturing operations. You’ll be the critical link between our vendors and internal teams, keeping inventory levels on point and costs controlled.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain coordination (manufacturing experience preferred)
- strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and purchasing software or ERP systems
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to multitask and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Team player with a solution-oriented mindset
salary: $41,600 - $52,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: High School
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and process purchase orders: Create and submit accurate purchase orders promptly, ensuring all details align with production needs.
- Communicate with vendors: Request quotes, negotiate pricing, and track order status to ensure timely delivery.
- Maintain vendor relationships: Build and manage strong partnerships to uphold quality and on-time shipments.
- Monitor inventory: Track stock levels and coordinate with production and warehouse teams to prevent shortages.
- Resolve discrepancies: Identify and fix issues in orders, invoices, or deliveries quickly and efficiently.
- Assist supplier evaluations: Help review vendor performance to support sourcing decisions.
- Prepare reports: Maintain organized procurement documentation and generate regular status reports.
- Collaborate with accounting: Ensure invoices match orders and facilitate timely payments to vendors.
- Support cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for better pricing or bulk purchasing.
- Coordinate returns or exchanges with vendors when products don’t meet specifications.
- Source new suppliers and lead negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and reliable delivery schedules.
- Maintain procurement databases and update vendor information regularly.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
