Purchasing Coordinator

Job ID: 9551 Date Posted: September 30, 2026 Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team, where you'll contribute to groundbreaking innovations! We are seeking applicants for a Purchasing Coordinator to join our Business and Finance Offices This role requires analysis, attention to detail, and compliance with processes and procedures. Key Responsibilities Processes invoices, produce reports, audit transactions, and audit filesAssists with issuing, tracking, entering, and closing quote requestsCreates requisitions and basic purchase ordersSupports cross collaboration with Property, Shipping/Receiving, Accounting, Quality Assurance, Travel, Subcontracts, and Supply Chain Assists with self-assessmentsSupports supplier management activityBacks-up the travel coordinators for booking travel and reimbursing travelersAssists the small business liaison officer with small business outreach efforts, including collecting capability statements and attending business conferencesVets’ paperwork such as suppliers, including onboarding paperwork, market research, and tracking supplier statusAssists subcontracts office with contract closeoutsAssists the Supply Chain Senior Manager with operational support activitiesRepresents the company with professional and ethical conduct when interacting with all contacts, including suppliers, customers, and colleagues Required Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalentProficient computer and problem-solving skillsStrong ability to prioritize multiple tasksOrganizational and planning skills including the ability to support multiple individuals and tasks at one timeCompliance with relevant processes and procedures Preferred Qualifications: Experience in procurement, business, supply chain or related fieldProfessional experience in a government contractor and/or R&D environmentHigh degree of proficiency with Microsoft, Adobe, and Atlassian products Salary Range $32,000 - $60,000Salary commensurate on education and relevant experience This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidate’s preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process. Why Join SDL? SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer. SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success. At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners. The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly. For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.