Purchasing Coordinator

Reports to the Controller. Responsible for all production (manufacturing) related purchasing of supplies.

Responsibilities

• Place orders on a timely basis for purchases of materials and supplies
• Prepare complete and accurate purchase orders on company ERP
• Accurately receive materials from deliveries, confirm item receipt in the ERP
• Modify preexisting POs if necessary to reflect tax adjustments or pricing changes
• Expedite delivery of goods to users
• Maintain necessary inventory levels of non-paper materials
• Be familiar with standard products used and research sources of supplies for highest quality, best value for money, best terms, etc. for presentation to management when/if needed
• Establish vendor files and inventory control records
• Schedule/expedite non-manufactured item shipping, such as materials returns, materials transfers to other locations
• Maintain price records and handle discrepancies as they arise
• Inform management of upcoming price increases, improved product availability, and economical alternatives
• Assist General Manager (and/or Production Manager) with purchases as needed
• Greet and direct delivery drivers
• Assist with Month End inventory counts
• Occasionally operate forklift
• Comply with company policies and procedures
• Additional duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• High school diploma with relevant 2+ years experience
• Clear, concise oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Some college degree
• Two years' purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in the corrugated box industry

Skills

• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, manuals, and contracts; write routine reports and correspondence; communicate effectively with customers and employees
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and proportions
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Technical Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to walk, talk, and hear
• Frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Often required to sit
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus