Purchasing Coordinator

About the Role

Convergint is looking for a full-time, results-driven, and forward-thinking Purchasing Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will work with the sales and operations teams to provide purchasing assistance during the estimating, design, construction, and as-built stages of projects. You will be part of a dynamic team that enables growth as Convergint expands.

Responsibilities

• Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to issued Bill of Materials; clarifying unclear items; recommending alternatives due to cost or lead time issues.
• Utilizes available inventory items or surplus material by verifying stock availability with Logistics.
• As a backup to the Purchasing Lead, prepares and issues purchase orders when directed.
• Creates and manages online databases of materials ordered, received, and delivered.
• Obtains quotes and negotiates costs with vendors to meet margin goals.
• Pursues and obtains shipping estimates and tracking information for material purchases.
• Prioritizes order requests based on commitment schedules and adjusts priorities as required.
• Verifies receipt of items compared to items ordered; resolves shipping errors or damages with suppliers.
• Manages Return Material Authorizations for repair, replacement, or credit.
• Authorizes payment for purchases by comparing items received to items ordered.
• Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents on the company intranet.
• Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Tracks orders to ensure consistency with commitment dates.
• Ensures product is delivered to the appropriate parties as requested.
• Communicates professionally, persuasively, and personably with vendors and clients via phone and email.
• Performs product research when necessary.
• Participates in our Recruit Awesome People program to help grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture.
• Performs other duties as requested or required.

Requirements

• Exceptional customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted.
• Superior attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Must be a self-starter and work well without supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and transportation suitable for minimal local travel.
• Advanced verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Solid networking & IT skills.
• Hybrid Position: 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.
• Education: High school/GED or equivalent experience.
• Minimum Experience: 2+ years of previous experience in a purchasing environment.
• Preferred (but not required): Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related coursework.

Benefits

• 10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off starting at 13 days annually.
• Fun & Laughter Day Off.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan.
• Life insurance & Disability Plan.
• Wellness Program.
• 401K Matching Plan.
• Colleague Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive salary and compensation plan.
• Vehicle reimbursement plan or company vehicle.
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day.
• Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable).
• Paid parental leave.