Purchasing Administrator

Marathon Fitness; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities for growth

Paid vacation/PTO for all major holidays and two weeks paid vacation

Job summary

A leading fitness equipment distributor in Stafford, Texas is seeking a proactive Purchasing Assistant to join their procurement team. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement and proficiency in ERP systems. Responsibilities include managing shipping/receiving records, tracking purchase orders, and liaising with vendors. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $22 to $24 per hour and opportunities for growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Acumatica, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and maintaining accurate records of all shipping and receiving activities.
• Assist in tracking purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Communicate with carriers, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure accurate order details.
• Maintain up-to-date records of purchases, pricing, and inventory levels.
• Resolve issues related to order discrepancies, delays, or returns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred

Tools

ERP systems (NetSuite, Acumatica, Microsoft Dynamics)

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Overview

Fitness equipment distributed by Marathon Fitness are evolving from a standalone station into a complete ecosystem—our products lines are world class and are quickly becoming smart, connected, engaging system that knows you, adapts with you, and works to motivate you. We are one of the United States’ largest distributors of premium fitness equipment with conceptual design services to commercial facilities. We represent PRECOR USA (Division on Peloton), Peloton, Escape Fitness, Troy Barbell, NuStep and many more top brands. We are seeking an individual to join our purchasing team based at our corporate headquarters in Stafford, Texas (not remote);We are committed to operational excellence and are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement and install team.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Purchasing Assistant/Inventory & Receiving Coordinator with a minimum of 2 years of strong experience in ERP systems to help manage the movement of goods in and out of the facility, maintain accurate records, and coordinate with vendors and internal teams. The ideal candidate is organized, tech-savvy, and has a good understanding of procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and maintaining accurate records of all shipping and receiving activities.
• Assist in tracking purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Communicate with carriers, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure accurate order details, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain up-to-date records of purchases, pricing, and inventory levels.
• Resolve issues related to order discrepancies, delays, or returns.
• Support the Purchasing Manager in daily operations and reporting tasks.
• Coordinate with warehouse and install teams to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain vendor files.
• Assist the installation team with returns and warranties as needed.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment; Adhere to safety procedures. Follow all safety regulations and guidelines when handling materials and equipment.
• Coordinate with sales and production, to ensure smooth operations.
• From time to time, assist customers.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Acumatica, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Strong Microsoft Suite and data entry skills
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• Fluent in English both verbal and written form ~ Spanish a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment at must
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and basic supply chain principles

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package ($22 to $24 per hour DOE)
• Opportunities for growth and development
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Paid vacation/PTO for all major holidays and two weeks paid vacations.