Materials Coordinator

About the role

The Materials Coordinator is responsible for accurately maintaining inventory and ordering production supplies at the best prices. Additionally, they will build relationships with suppliers to ensure optimal service for our company. Their extended responsibilities include monitoring deliveries, resolving shipment errors with suppliers, and assisting with Office & Packaging supplies, MRO order entry/receipt, Tool Crib area, and items from other specific vendors. Various departmental functions offer further opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing and receiving of indirect material/MROs
• Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities, supplier contracts, and price agreements, and generate reports and analyses as required
• Manage the procurement process, including issuing purchase orders, tracking orders, and monitoring delivery schedules to ensure on-time delivery of materials and equipment
• Issue Purchase orders for Office & Packaging suppliers, MRO & tool crib items. Receive them into ERP once matched up with invoice
• Manage day-to-day supplier interactions/communication for any open orders
• Monitor inventory levels and identify quantity and lead time for operating items such as Kraft paper, cardboard, Styrofoam, pads, etching sand, cutting oil, grinding fluid, filters, stones, etc.
• Receive and stock and inventory all UPS and FedEx deliveries
• Maintain inventory and restock Fastenal machines with PPE and other items purchased from Paragon
• Communicate open issues, risks, and delays to Director of Supply Chain
• Complete various projects and tasks on time as directed by Director of Supply Chain
• Source new vendors and products as required
• Travel as required (in-store purchase)

Qualifications

Required:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient with MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred:

• Associate’s degree in purchasing, supply chain, or a related field
• 3+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience using an ERP (Infor Visual)

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The ability to lift (from floor to waist level), push, and pull 50 pounds
• The ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time on concrete surfaces with regular periods of stooping, bending, or sitting
• Split time between an office and an active production floor with operating glass processing equipment
• Wear required personal protective equipment on the production floor, such as safety shoes, safety glasses and cut-resistant gloves