We have an immediate opening for a Purchasing Coordinator to support the daily functions of our Purchasing department. The Purchasing Coordinator will work closely with the Purchasing Director to meet manufacturing and inventory goals and work closely with suppliers to assure orders are fulfilled on a timely basis.

• Operating and integrating ERP system in conjunction with Excel as a tool to meet      manufacturing needs.
• Attending facility production meetings and provide updates/feedback for orders      currently in process and updates provided by Purchasing Director.
• Placing orders as needed and enter purchase order data into ERP system with      confirmed pricing, delivery dates and any special  notations. Follow up on pending orders to ensure on time delivery.
• Verifying orders are fulfilled and received accurately according to receiving      guidelines.
• Managing communication for purchase orders with vendors, and internal departments;      analyzing purchasing needs and resolving  purchasing issues/discrepancies/shortages.
• Receiving special handling purchase orders and non-stock purchase orders into ERP      system.
• Scanning/uploading received purchase orders and supporting documents into ERP system. File      original copies into vendor files.
• Reporting quality issues to suppliers, request corrective action and report any      results/updates to the Purchasing Director.
• Preparing  RMA (Return Material Authorization) forms and contact suppliers to process      returns.
• Coordinating with the shipping department to properly return materials and collaborate      with suppliers to receive credits.
• Providing documentation as needed to Account Payable as well as handling Accounts      Payable discrepancies for invoice processing.
• Handles other duties as assigned.

In order be successful, you will need:

• At least 1-2  years experience in the Purchasing field.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Excellent Excel skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Excellent  customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple  priorities and deliver assignments on time including multi-tasking.
• Ability to exhibit poise, composure and confidence when confronting stressful or high-pressure situations.

Starting pay: $22.00 per hour