Purchasing Coordinator

Balazs; Branchburg Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day one

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Air Liquide Advanced Materials in Branchburg, NJ is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to manage day-to-day procurement, review requisitions, place POs, and maintain ERP data. The role focuses on cost reduction, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration for MRO and raw materials, leveraging SAP expertise in a hybrid work environment.

The position offers a salary range of $57,000 to $72,000 annually with a 5% bonus and benefits starting on day one.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain may replace relevant work experience.
• ERP system experience preferred, especially SAP.
• Knowledge of chemical or electronics industry operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions, place purchase orders, and follow up with vendors for MRO and raw materials orders.
• Maintain PO data up to date within SAP.
• Follow up with vendors on delivery dates and blanket order releases; expedite as needed.
• Review supplier bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budget.
• Maintain certifications for pressure vessels and assist in providing certifications to vendors.
• Develop cost reduction ideas for MRO items and assist with vendor sourcing.
• Reconcile PO/invoice discrepancies with Accounts Payable as needed.
• Troubleshoot ERP system errors and create new part numbers or vendors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Procurement experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Google Suite

Job description

Purchasing Coordinator page is loaded## Purchasing Coordinatorlocations: Branchburg, NJ (HO) - US Hwy 22 W - Advanced materialstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R10102617R10102617 Purchasing Coordinator (Open)Location:Branchburg, NJ (HO) - US Hwy 22 W - Advanced materialsThe science of electronics is transforming exponentially through innovation and connectivity around the planet. Every day, breakthroughs are making technologies - from micro-processors, memory chips and flat panels to photovoltaic cells - even smaller and more powerful, opening up countless new possibilities in how the world lives, works and connects. Air Liquide Advanced Materials grows by enabling our customers to innovate. Our ALOHA(TM) and Voltaix(R) products are critical to the manufacturer of the newest computer chips required for Big Data and the Internet of Things.The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for managing day-to-day procurement operations, including reviewing requisitions, placing purchase orders, and managing vendor relationships for MRO and raw materials. This role focuses on maintaining accurate PO data within ERP systems (preferably SAP), negotiating contract terms within budgetary guidelines, driving cost-reduction initiatives, and cross-functionally resolving invoice and supply chain discrepancies.**Air Liquide is Hiring for a Purchasing Coordinator!**# **WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!*** Pay Range: $57k - $72k annually* Annual bonus: 5%* Benefits starting on first day* Work Schedule: Hybrid (3 day in office required)Responsibilities:* Review purchase requisitions, place purchase orders, and follow up with vendors for MRO and raw materials orders* Keep pertinent purchase order information up to date within SAP* Follow up with vendors regarding delivery dates on POs and scheduling releases from blanket orders. Expedites purchases and purchase orders when required.* Review supplier bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority* Maintain certifications for pressure vessels and assist Supply Chain team in providing certifications to vendors* Develop and implement cost reduction ideas for MRO items* Assist the Purchasing Department staff in vendor sourcing and other projects as required* Reconcile any purchase order / invoice discrepancies with AP as needed* Troubleshoot errors within ERP system* Create new part numbers and assist with the setup of new vendors within ERP system* Maintain contractor approval documentation and status* Interfaces with other departments within the organization to resolve issues with purchase orders and purchased items* Assist with the sourcing of capital items for Engineering, R&D, Product Development, etc.* Maintenance of Purchasing documents and procedures## \\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_##Required Qualifications:* High School diploma or equivalent* Ability to work in a team environment* Strong attention to detail* 3+ years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain* Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain accepted in lieu of relevant work experiencePreferred Qualifications:* Strong ERP system experience, especially with SAP* Chemical or Electronics industry operations experience* Knowledge of SAP* Proficiency in Google Suite applications**Our Differences make our Performance**At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health.Through the passion and diversity of its people, Air Liquide leverages energy and environment transition, changes in healthcare and digitization, and delivers greater value to all its stakeholders.Join us for a stimulating experience: you'll find a world of learning and development opportunities where inventiveness is at the heart of what we do, in an open, collaborative and respectful environment.****Discover what your professional journey at Air Liquide could be** **!****We want to ensure a safe experience for everyone interested in joining Air Liquide. 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