Procurement Coordinator

About the role

The Procurement Coordinator is responsible for ordering and tracking all raw and expense materials, maintaining the purchasing and inventory system, and ensuring timely deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the integrity of our purchasing & inventory system and communicates expected deliveries and any changes and/or delays in those deliveries.
• Works closely with the Inventory Control Manager and Warehouse personnel to ensure timely receipts, and resolutions to supply issues.
• Sources and selects the best products based on price, quality, and lead time, to meet operational needs.
• Sources and selects the best freighters for shipping materials in from suppliers or within our network of production facilities.
• Tracks Purchase Orders from time of issuance to receipt on site.
• Covers with Operation Managers to ensure all required tools and material are available.
• Fulfills compliance procedures mandated by the state licensing requirement.
• Executes on assigned tasks, projects, and expectations in accordance with the company’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives.
• Maintains open communication with the management team and other co-workers.
• Follows all operational guidelines, verbal directives, training information and policies when performing duties.
• Manages vendor relations and maintains consistent, professional communication.
• Demonstrates polished, professional email etiquette and interpersonal manner.
• Affirms trends and insights from inventory reports to prevent material shortages or overstock situations.
• Executes responsible purchasing practices to align with budgetary targets and financial objectives.
• Maintains a professional attitude towards coworkers and management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a state medical marijuana badge and pass a background check.
• Must be able to communicate with GDF Team effectively and professionally.
• Must perform under high pressure situations.
• Must be certified to operate a forklift.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle high stress situations.
• Self-Motivated.
• Ability to multitask.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to stay focused.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic. Must be a team player with a “can do” attitude.
• Available to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong computer experience with a proficiency in Excel and other MS Office software.
• One to two years of experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Strong ethics and reliability.
• Experience using data entry software (i.e., Excel) and comfortable learning and using new software.
• Experience with compliance regulations and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for specialized areas.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills are necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to fifty pounds.
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds.
• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day.
• The ability to sit or stand for up to 12 hours at a time.
• The ability to work in bright/hot/humid conditions.
• The ability to work in low light situations.
• Lifting, standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, push/pull, repetitive use of hands, grasping use of hands, visual activity.
• Exposure to limited hazardous chemicals.