Plant Procurement & Inventory Coordinator

Greif, Inc.; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging, providing administrative and operational support to a plant, focusing on purchasing and inventory management to ensure materials and services are available for production. This role requires strong organization, proactive problem solving, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Purchasing Admin Coordinator will handle supplier interactions, reports, and records while aligning with plant schedules and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Typically 5+ years of relevant experience in purchasing, administration, plant support, inventory management, or a related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing or plant environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the purchase of raw materials needed to support production and general office and plant supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and adjust replenishment activities to maintain stock and uninterrupted operations.
• Generate and maintain reports summarizing month-end e-Procurement activity and other purchasing data.
• Review reports, maintain files, and manage purchasing and administrative records with high accuracy.
• Negotiate pricing for non-critical materials and coordinate local supply needs such as uniforms, safety supplies, and small machine parts.
• Schedule inbound deliveries to align with plant needs and operating schedules.
• Support plant supply chain activities by working with vendors, plant personnel, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely purchasing execution.
• Interact with customers, sales teams, vendors, and internal personnel as needed.
• Review and process accounts payable documentation and help reconcile discrepancies.
• Provide guidance to junior colleagues and may support team lead responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging, providing administrative and operational support to a plant, focusing on purchasing and inventory management to ensure materials and services are available for production. This role requires strong organization, proactive problem solving, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Purchasing Admin Coordinator will handle supplier interactions, reports, and records while aligning with plant schedules and safety