Purchasing Coordinator

About the role

The Purchasing Coordinator supports procurement operations within a blown film plastics manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Procure MRO supplies for blown film manufacturing operations
• Create, process, and track purchase orders in ERP system
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production schedules while avoiding excess stock
• Cook up with production planning and warehouse teams to forecast material requirements
• Source new suppliers and obtain competitive quotes to ensure best value, quality, and delivery terms
• Monitor supplier performance related to pricing, quality, and on-time delivery
• Expedite orders and resolve delivery delays, shortages, or discrepancies
• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payment
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation
• Support cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Aid in annual budgeting and cost tracking for procurement categories
• Cook up logistics as needed for inbound shipments

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in plastics, blown film, or similar manufacturing industry preferred
• Strong understanding of supply chain, procurement processes, and inventory control
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)