Purchasing Coordinator - 1st shift (7:30am – 4:00pm M-F)

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to join our Purchasing Department. In this key role, you will support the team by managing day-to-day procurement activities, ensuring accurate data entry, assisting with sourcing and quoting, and tracking orders. This position plays a critical part in ensuring timely, cost-effective purchasing and maintaining a smooth operational flow.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate basic vendor follow-ups.
• Assist warehouse with receiving discrepancies.
• Prepare reports or pull data for buyer.
• Handle basic customer service purchasing questions (availability/eta/drop ship cancellations etc).
• Track orders from placement through delivery; follow up with vendors on delays or discrepancies.
• Maintain and update supplier records, pricing files, and product information.
• Assist with resolving invoice discrepancies, receiving issues, and returns.
• Coordinate communication between internal departments and external suppliers.

Skills:

• 1–2 years of purchasing, administrative, or supply-chain related experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy in data entry.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies:

• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Vendor and relationship management
• Analytical thinking
• Accountability and teamwork

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person