Procurement Coordinator

# Procurement Coordinator**Location:**Goodhue, MN, United States**Type:** Full-time**Pay Range:**$50000 – $65000**Experience Level:** Entry Level**Department:** Energy**Travel Requirement:** Yes - Up to 20%## Company Description**Working at KE**Along with building state-of-the-art projects, we build meaningful careers, lasting opportunities, and teams of dedicated individuals who truly own their work. As a leading turnkey specialty contractor specializing in Automation, Electric, Energy, and Power Services, our team tackles challenging, cutting-edge projects that provide opportunities to build new skills, confidence, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a variety of different industries. We tackle industrial electrical installations, advanced automation systems, and renewable energy solutions.Since our founding as a family-owned company in 1988, we've grown while staying true to our core values. Starting your career with KE means joining a culture that values your contributions, moves quickly, takes calculated risks, and celebrates team members who step up and own their work.If you're ready to join a team where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is celebrated, KE is the place for you.### This third party embed for YouTube Video is being blockedWe need your permission to load this Service (YouTube Video). The embedded third party Service is not allowed to display until you provide consent. For this third party feature to load, please click 'accept'.Powered by Usercentrics Consent Management Platform## Job Description**Purpose**The Procurement Coordinator supports the Procurement Department through execution, coordination, document management, supplier onboarding, reporting, and administrative functions that increase the strategic capacity of Category Managers.This role serves as the operational backbone of the Procurement organization by managing transactional and administrative activities associated with purchase orders, supplier documentation, vendor onboarding, material tracking, project support, and procurement systems.The primary objective of this position is to reduce the administrative burden on Category Managers, enabling them to focus on supplier negotiations, sourcing strategy, forecasting, estimating support, category development, supplier performance management, and supply chain risk mitigation.**Responsibilities:*** Provide operational and administrative support to the Procurement team by coordinating procurement activities, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with company processes and standards.* Support the lifecycle of procurement transactions, including purchase orders, supplier communications, contract documentation, vendor onboarding, and procurement system administration.* Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to collect, organize, and maintain required documentation, certifications, compliance records, and onboarding requirements.* Monitor and communicate material status, lead times, delivery schedules, and procurement milestones while escalating risks, delays, or issues that may impact project execution.* Manage procurement-related documentation, submittals, records, and document control processes to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and audit readiness.* Facilitate communication and follow-up between Procurement, Operations, Engineering, Estimating, Legal, Finance, Project Management, and external partners to support project and organizational objectives.* Maintain procurement data, reporting tools, dashboards, and tracking systems while supporting continuous process improvement and organizational efficiency initiatives.* Assist with sourcing, estimating, supplier pricing requests, reporting, analytics, and other procurement activities that enhance visibility, support decision-making, and increase the strategic capacity of Category Managers.## Qualifications**Who We're Looking For:*** High school diploma or GED required.* Associate degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Operations, or related field preferred.* 2+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, operations coordination, project administration, construction administration, or a related field preferred.* Experience managing documentation, records, and administrative workflows.* Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.* Experience working within document management systems, ERP systems, or project management platforms is preferred.* Ability to work independently while effectively coordinating across multiple departments.* Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.* Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.**\\*This position will be on site in Goodhue, MN up to 5 days/week.**## Additional Information**Total Rewards Statement**As a full-time employee at KE, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.* 100% employer-paid health and dental coverage for employees* HSA contributions to support your medical expenses* Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage* 401(k) with competitive company match* Performance-based incentives* Paid weekly with competitive wages* PTO, six paid holidays, and education reimbursement* Exclusive employee discounts through Working AdvantageThe salary range for this position is **$50,000 - $65,000 per year**, which reflects a good-faith estimate based on market data and internal equity.We believe your work should be rewarded with more than just a paycheck. At KE, we invest in your total wellbeing.**Physical Requirements**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities.Typical requirements may include:* Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time* Must be able to work outdoors in varying conditionsAccessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources via email at View email address on click.appcast.io.**Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)**Knobelsdorff (KE) is an EEO to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:* EEO is the Law (English/Spanish)KE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please review the **E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters**If you need accommodation during the hiring process, let us know and we’ll work with you.Apply Now #J-18808-Ljbffr