Purchasing Administrator

Terminal Supply Co; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Terminal Supply Co. is seeking a full-time Purchasing Administrator to support inventory management and purchasing processes across our operations.

You will help order, process, and maintain stock for inventory at all locations, while coordinating material acquisition for special orders and internal harness production. You will manage vendor relationships to optimize delivery schedules, follow up on shipments, and assist in maintaining costing systems.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Proficiency in processing information to make effective decisions.

Responsibilities

• Order, process, and assist in maintaining stock for inventory at all locations.
• Coordinate material acquisition for special orders and internal harness production.
• Match order acknowledgements with placed purchase orders to ensure accuracy.
• Manage vendor relationships to optimize delivery schedules and expedite shipments.
• Follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery and resolve any shipment issues.
• Assist in maintaining of costing systems while also reconciling any discrepancies.
• Provide shipment dates for all ordered items to facilitate scheduling and planning.
• Work to maintain department goals and expectations set by Purchasing Management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Terminal Supply is a leading national distributor and manufacturer serving the MRO and OEM industries with a focus on electrical products and wire harnesses. We are currently seeking a full-time Purchasing Administrator to join our team. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, supporting our inventory management and purchasing processes.

• Order, process, and assist in maintaining stock for inventory at all locations
• Coordinate material acquisition for special orders and internal harness production
• Match order acknowledgements with placed purchase orders to ensure accuracy
• Manage vendor relationships to optimize delivery schedules and expedite shipments
• Follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery and resolve any shipment issues
• Assist in maintaining of costing systems while also reconciling any discrepancies
• Provide shipment dates for all ordered items to facilitate scheduling and planning
• Work to maintain department goals and expectations set by Purchasing Management

Requirements

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or a related field preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently
• Proficiency in processing information to make effective decisions