Operations Coordinator

Coalition; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Coalition, a group of chemical companies, is seeking an Operations Coordinator in Cleveland to support organizational projects, planning, and daily office operations. You will report to the VP of Operations and help ensure smooth logistics and compliant processes across our two brands.

Responsibilities include vendor coordination, budgeting, plant operations support, and onboarding/offboarding tasks. The role requires strong organizational skills, problem-solving, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Significant experience as an operations coordinator, sales, or similar role.
• Experience in the customer service field is a preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office.
• Highly organized with an aptitude for problem-solving.
• Able to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Experience in NetSuite or similar system.

Responsibilities

• Vendor coordination and budgeting: schedule and coordinate vendors and monitor budget.
• Plant Operations Admin Support: oversee daily functions and manage files/projects.
• Observe, review, and analyze processes to identify inefficiencies and improvements.
• Identify and resolve problems in the production process.
• Design and maintain clear operational guides for consistency.
• Deliver reports to department heads and boards to show efficiency.
• Indirect Spend Purchasing: seek best prices and monitor stock.
• Cleveland Facility Visitor Management: facilitate cross-channel feedback.
• Cleveland Office Management: collaborate with leaders to set goals.
• Plant Specific Onboarding / Offboarding: maintain onboarding guides.

Skills

Vendor coordination

Budgeting

Operations coordination

Customer service

Time management

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

NetSuite

Job description

Description

Coalition is a group of chemical companies working together to solve real-world problems for customers across a wide range of industries. We operate under two main brands: Mission Chemical, which focuses on chemical distribution and logistics, and Element Chemicals, which specializes in chemical manufacturing and custom blending.

At Every Level, We Lead With Our Values

• Start with the Customer – We focus on solving problems through a consultative approach, staying flexible and putting people first—both inside and outside the company.
• Care Personally, Challenge Directly – We show respect, listen with intent, and create space for honest conversations that help us grow as individuals and as a team.
• Level Up – We bring a mindset of growth, take initiative, and push ourselves to keep improving—because better every day is how we succeed together.

We’re proud of the work we do—and the people we do it with.

Summary

The position of Operations Coordinator is responsible for assisting with organizational projects, strategic planning, and general office operations to ensure that our organization’s logistical needs are met. The Operations Coordinator will report to the VP of Operations and will be an essential part of the smooth daily operation of our business.

What You’ll Do

Vendor Coordination and Budgeting

• Schedule and coordinate vendors while fostering relationships, as needed.
• Remain on budget by always seeking the best prices for supplies and services.
• Monitor supply stock and place orders as needed.

Plant Operations Admin Support

• Oversee daily functions of the Operations department.
• Manage Operations files and projects.
• Ensure that all activities conform to local, federal, industry and company standards.
• Observe, review, and analyze processes to identify inefficiencies and areas where improvements could be made.
• Identify and resolve any problems in the production process.
• Design and maintain clear operational guides to ensure consistency of operations.
• Deliver reports to department heads, management teams and boards of directors to provide insight into the overall efficiency of the organization.

Indirect Spend Purchasing

• Remain on budget by always seeking the best prices for supplies and services.
• Monitor supply stock and place orders as needed.

Cleveland Facility Visitor Management

• Facilitate cross-channel feedback from customers and employees to management and executive teams.

Cleveland Office Management

• Collaborate with team leaders, managers, and department heads to learn departmental needs and goals.
• Collaborate with management and executives to set departmental and organization-wide goals.

Plant Specific Onboarding / Offboarding

• Design and maintain clear operational guides to ensure consistency of operations.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Significant experience as an operations coordinator, sales, or similar role
• Experience in the customer service field is a preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office
• Highly organized with an aptitude for problem-solving
• Able to prioritize tasks and work independently.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Strong work ethic. Independently motivated to produce results.
• Must have strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills.
• Complete all duties as assigned with a high degree of dedication.
• Experience in NetSuite or similar system.

Why Join Coalition?

At Coalition, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a culture. You’ll have the opportunity to grow, contribute to something bigger, and be surrounded by people who live our values. We’re committed to development, safety, and long-term success for every employee.

Ready to make a difference with a company that’s redefining chemical operations?

Coalition is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.