Procurement Specialist – ERP & Supplier Coordination

Universal Corporation; Donerville (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Shank’s, a subsidiary of Universal Ingredients, is seeking a Purchasing Associate to support the Purchasing Department in procuring raw materials and other goods at our Lancaster, PA location.

This full-time role requires completing purchase orders, resolving discrepancies, and coordinating with internal teams and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries while maintaining compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of purchasing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Purchase Orders for price confirmations and delivery dates and elevate to Buyer(s) as needed.
• Review and resolve receiving discrepancies.
• Review and resolve invoicing discrepancies.
• Follow up with packaging suppliers on quality matters.
• Assist with MRO purchasing responsibilities including requisition receipts from internal customers, and P.O. placement as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

ERP systems

Interdepartmental communication

Problem-solving

Independent yet team-oriented

Structured environment

Professional interpersonal skills

Data entry

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Shank’s, a subsidiary of Universal Ingredients, is seeking a Purchasing Associate to support the Purchasing Department in procuring raw materials and other goods at our Lancaster, PA location.

This full-time role requires completing purchase orders, resolving discrepancies, and coordinating with internal teams and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries while maintaining compliance with company policies.