Purchasing & Operations Coordinator ($60-70K)

Position Summary

This position offers a unique succession planning opportunity for a purchasing professional eager to advance into a dedicated & key purchasing role within approximately 18 months. During this development period, the successful candidate will receive hands-on training in all aspects of the purchasing function while gaining valuable exposure to customer service & order entry, sales support, plant administrative operations, and cross-functional business activities across the organization. This role provides a broad foundation for long-term career growth and advancement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Purchasing Development

• Learn and support the purchasing process for raw materials, supplies, tooling, equipment, and services.
• Assist with supplier communication, pricing, order placement, and delivery follow-up.
• Monitor inventory levels of purchased materials and components.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and vendor performance tracking.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams on purchasing-related activities.
• Gain knowledge of ISO-compliant purchasing procedures and supplier management processes.

Customer Service Support

• Serve as back-up support for customer service functions.
• Enter and update customer orders within the ERP system.
• Prepare order acknowledgements and communicate order updates.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding order status and delivery schedules.
• Assist with invoicing, quote support, and customer communications.
• Coordinate with Production, Sales, Engineering, and Quality departments to ensure customer requirements are met.

Plant Administrative Support

• Provide administrative assistance to support daily plant operations.
• Assist with purchasing maintenance and office supplies.
• Manage documentation, reports, and departmental records.
• Support contract and vendor administration as needed.
• Provide reception and office coverage when necessary.
• Assist with special projects and other administrative duties as assigned.
• Support multiple departments and contribute to the overall efficiency of the organization.

Pay

$60,000-$70,000 annually

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Benefits

Direct hire with full benefits