Purchasing Coordinator
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Order Processing & Client Communication

  • Place orders and enter details into QuickBooks and internal tracking systems.
  • Process credit card payments and send receipts to clients.
  • Send shipping and tracking information once the orders ship.
  • Send delivery confirmation emails once materials are delivered.
  • Request balance-due payments for made-to-order materials prior to shipment and process final payments.
  • Keep clients updated on job status, including estimated lead times and ship dates.

Vendor Coordination

  • Send purchase orders to vendors and enter vendor POs into QuickBooks.
  • Request order and shipping updates from vendors.

Financial & Reporting

  • Enter all payments into Cash Flow.
  • Update and maintain the Current Jobs spreadsheet with order details, freight costs, and job status.
  • Maintain sales numbers daily, monthly, and quarterly.
  • Review, calculate, and approve freight costs for the sales team using freight worksheets.
  • Enter freight bills into QuickBooks and the Current Jobs spreadsheet.

Job Tracking & Organization

  • Maintain accurate records of all open jobs.
  • Track job progress and provide timely updates to internal teams and clients.
  • Ensure all information is accurately recorded in spreadsheets and accounting systems.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental, Employer-paid term life, 7 paid holidays plus Christmas Week paid.
  • Bonus Opportunity: Eligible for company performance bonuses after a 90-day review
Requirements
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reporting.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Office Suite, and spreadsheet management.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Professional appearance in accordance with our business casual dress code.
  • Proactive approach to problem-solving.

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma required; Associate’s degree in Business or related field preferred.
  • Previous experience in order processing, project coordination, or bookkeeping/accounting support is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.