Purchasing Coodinator

Purchasing Coordinator

The Purchasing Coordinator supports the procurement function within a manufacturing environment by ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, supplies, and services. This role is responsible for processing purchase orders, maintaining vendor relationships, tracking deliveries, and supporting inventory and production needs to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Pay range: $30.00 - $32.50 (Based on experience)

Create, process, and track purchase orders in alignment with production schedules and inventory requirements

Communicate with vendors to obtain quotes, confirm pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules

Monitor order status and proactively follow up on delayed or back-ordered items

Maintain accurate purchasing data in ERP systems

Collaborate with production, planning, and inventory teams to ensure material availability

Resolve discrepancies related to invoices, shipments, and receiving issues by obtaining POD's as required or requesting credit and rebills for incorrect pricing.

Monitor and maintain supplier records, primary suppliers, and lead time in the ERP system.

Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement procedures

Work with Accounts Payable to resolve any vendor invoice related discrepancies.

Maintain good vendor relationships through professional communications

Maintain documentation and records for audit and reporting purposes

Other applicable duties as assigned

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience (manufacturing environment strongly preferred)

Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics D365 preferred, SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, etc.)

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent communication and vendor management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Understanding of inventory control and production planning concepts

Basic negotiation skills

Analytical mindset with attention to detail

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

No travel required.

Office environment within a manufacturing facility

May require occasional time on the production floor

Standard business hours with occasional overtime as needed

Company Benefits:

2 Medical Insurance Plan OptionsBase PPO with HSA (High Deductible) and HMO Medical Plans:

Prescription (Rx) Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

2 Dental Insurance Plan Options - PPO and HMO Dental Plans

Vision Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)

Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance

Company Paid Business Travel Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match

Vacation and Personal/Sick Time

Paid Grandparent Leave

Adoption Assistance

Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

About Wastequip

Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry's only All-in-One solutions provider from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.

While we're proud to be North America's leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing building a brighter future for all.