Construction Purchasing Coordinator

Hercules Custom Iron, LLC; Country Side (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hercules Custom Iron, LLC in Maryland is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to support sourcing materials and issuing purchase orders for our fabrication operations.

The role requires 3–5 years of purchasing or supply chain experience in an industrial environment, with strong organizational and vendor communication skills.

Full benefits and growth opportunities accompany a salary range of $52,000 to $62,000 per year, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Experience in metal fabrication, manufacturing, construction preferred.
• Experience managing purchase orders and vendor relationships.
• Proficiency with Excel and Outlook; ERP experience preferred.
• High school diploma required; a related degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing of raw materials, components, hardware, shop supplies.
• Obtain and compare vendor quotes on price, quality, lead time.
• Create, issue, and track purchase orders through delivery.
• Communicate with vendors on pricing, status, and delivery.
• Monitor open orders and resolve delays or shortages.
• Coordinate with estimating, project management, fabrication, and accounting.
• Maintain vendor, pricing, and material records.
• Identify alternative suppliers to address cost or scheduling concerns.
• Monitor material pricing and report significant changes.
• Resolve PO and invoice discrepancies with Accounting.
• Assist with pricing negotiations and supplier relationships.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Vendor communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Outlook

ERP systems

Job description

Hercules Custom Iron is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to support purchasing activities for our custom metal fabrication and manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for sourcing materials, issuing and tracking purchase orders, coordinating with vendors, monitoring material availability, and helping ensure production teams have the materials and supplies needed to meet project schedules.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience, preferably in a manufacturing, metal fabrication, construction, or similar industrial environment. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, effective vendor communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing of raw materials, components, hardware, shop supplies, equipment, and outside services needed for fabrication and installation projects.
• Obtain and compare vendor quotes based on price, quality, availability, and lead time.
• Create, issue, and track purchase orders through delivery.
• Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, availability, order status, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor open orders and resolve delays, backorders, shortages, damaged materials, and incorrect shipments.
• Coordinate purchasing needs with estimating, project management, fabrication, field operations, and accounting.
• Maintain accurate vendor, pricing, purchasing, and material records.
• Identify alternative suppliers when needed to address cost, availability, or scheduling concerns.
• Monitor material pricing and communicate significant cost changes.
• Work with Accounting to resolve purchase order and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and assist with pricing and terms negotiations.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and control material costs.
• Perform other purchasing and operational support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Experience in metal fabrication, manufacturing, construction, steel distribution, or a related industry preferred.
• Experience managing purchase orders and vendor relationships.
• Familiarity with steel, metals, hardware, fabrication supplies, or construction materials preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP, purchasing, inventory, or job-costing systems preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant college degree is a plus.

What We Offer

Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life)

Front loaded paid time off & holiday pay

Opportunities for career growth in a stable, growing company

Salary range from $52,000 to $62,000 per year, depending on experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.