Procurement Coordinator

Performance Food Group (New); Suffolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group seeks an Administrative Liaison between Procurement and Sales to support internal communication and responsiveness. You will act as the primary contact for sales inquiries, research answers in company systems, and provide day-to-day administrative support to the Procurement team.

The role focuses on coordinating information, handling questions, and escalating issues to the Purchasing Manager when needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–6 months related experience preferred.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel and Word.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between Procurement and Sales.
• Respond to questions and requests as a help desk resource.
• Research inquiries using internal systems and available tools.
• Escalate issues to Purchasing Manager when needed.
• Maintain accurate information and assist with follow-up.
• Support cross-department communication to improve responsiveness.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to Procurement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with company policies and standards.

Skills

Administrative support

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Research and information gathering

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Company Description

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more


• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system


• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose

Serves as an administrative liaison between Procurement and Sales, acting as a primary point of contact and internal help desk for sales personnel. This role supports the Procurement team by receiving questions, researching information in company systems, and escalating issues to the Purchasing Manager when needed. The position is highly administrative in nature and helps ensure effective communication and coordination between departments.

Position Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between the Procurement and Sales teams.


• Act as a help desk resource for sales personnel by responding to questions and requests.


• Receive inquiries from Sales and research answers using internal systems and available tools.


• Escalate questions or issues to the Purchasing Manager when additional review or resolution is needed.


• Communicate clearly and professionally with sales personnel regarding product, purchasing, or order-related questions.


• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Procurement function.


• Maintain accurate information and assist with follow-up to ensure timely issue resolution.


• Support communication flow between departments to improve responsiveness and service.


• Perform other administrative and support duties as assigned.


• Comply with all company policies and standards.


• Performs other duties as assigned


• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Required Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

Work Experience:

• 0 - 6 Months Related experience

Required Qualifications:

• Strong administrative and organizational skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow through on open questions.


• Comfortable using computer systems to research information and respond to inquiries.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word preferred.

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the \"Company\") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the \"EEO is the Law\" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy statement.