Job Description:

I.  Job Summary

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: $24.50 - $26.50 (Based on experience)
 

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 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

III. Qualifications

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

B. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Understanding of inventory control and production planning concepts
• Basic negotiation skills
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

C. Travel

• No travel required.

IV. Physical and Work Environment Description

• 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 Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up

Medical Plans

• Prescription (Rx) Insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans

• Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)

• Health Care FSA

• Dependent Care FSA

• Company Paid Base Life Insurance

• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance

• Company Paid Disability Insurance

▪ Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance

• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time

• Paid Grandparent Leave

• Paid Bonding 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.