Supply Chain Coordinator – Purchasing & Materials Planning

Description

Our client is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator with experience in purchasing, materials planning, inventory, or a related supply chain function. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience coordinating materials, purchase orders, suppliers, and inventory requirements in a fast-paced environment. Candidates with related supply chain, purchasing, materials, or light industrial experience will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders based on material requirements and inventory needs.

• Coordinate the timely availability of materials, components, and supplies.

• Assist with materials planning and MRP activities.

• Monitor inventory levels and identify potential shortages or excess inventory.

• Track purchase orders and communicate with suppliers regarding deliveries, lead times, and backorders.

• Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory information in the ERP/MRP system.

• Work closely with production, operations, warehouse, and planning teams to ensure materials are available when needed.

• Assist with obtaining quotes, comparing pricing, and coordinating with suppliers.

• Help resolve supplier delivery, quantity, and quality issues.

• Analyze inventory and purchasing data to support supply chain decisions.

• Perform other purchasing and supply chain duties as needed.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, materials planning, inventory, procurement, or a related field.

• Experience with purchase orders and supplier coordination preferred.

• Exposure to MRP/ERP systems and materials planning.

• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.

• Good Excel and data-entry skills.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Light industrial, manufacturing, distribution, or other related experience is a plus.

• Willingness to learn and take on additional purchasing and materials-planning responsibilities.

• Our client is open to candidates whose experience is transferable to the role and will consider a variety of related backgrounds.

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