Purchase Coordinate

UFP Industries, Inc.; Cedar Hill, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator in Cedar Hill, TX to process, track, and manage freight-related tasks within the Import Purchasing Department.

The role involves frequent supplier communications and supporting sales opportunities through efficient information handling. Responsibilities include reporting, document processing, and assisting in cost/rate retrieval for international freight lanes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years customer service experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, advanced knowledge in Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process inbound and outbound freight information and documentation.
• Track and trace shipments and maintain tracking documents/spreadsheets.
• Communicate with suppliers to gather information and resolve issues.
• Prepare reports and correspondence on a regular basis.
• Assist in cost/rate retrieval for international freight lanes.
• Support special projects and general department duties.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Excel

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Excel advanced

Job description

## Purchase CoordinateApply: Cedar Hill, TX: Full time: Posted Today: R23004**Job Summary**The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for processing, tracking, and administrative duties pertaining to inbound and outbound freight within the Import Purchasing Department. May also have direct customer contact to assist in resolving issues and driving sales opportunities.**Principle Duties and Responsibilities*** Assists buyers in the tracking and tracing of orders* Maintains frequent communications with suppliers/providers to ensure efficiencies in information gathering* Maintains all tracking documents/spreadsheets for inbound freight* Assists in developing reports and compiling market information for trades* Prepares various reports and correspondence on a regular basis* Assists in processing reports, documents, and purchases in a timely manner* Assists in cost/rate retrieval for international freight lanes* Assists in assigned special projects* Performs other duties as required**Qualifications*** Minimum Associate's degree or equivalent industry experience.* Minimum of 2 years customer of service experience.* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Advanced knowledge in Excel preferred.