Purchasing Coordinator

ACO Group; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

ACO Group is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to manage procurement of materials, components, and services for production. You will coordinate POs, maintain supplier relationships, and work with accounting to resolve invoice discrepancies.

The role requires 2+ years in purchasing in a manufacturing setting, strong negotiation and organizational skills, and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems. Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm, with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of purchasing/ procurement experience in manufacturing.
• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Business, SCM preferred.
• Strong negotiation, organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ERP/MRP systems.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials and supplies for production.
• Issue purchase orders per company policies.
• Monitor open POs for on-time delivery; resolve issues.
• Develop supplier relationships for reliability and cost savings.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, lead times with suppliers.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, logistics, inventory.
• Maintain purchasing records and pricing data in ERP.
• Reconcile invoices with accounting; resolve discrepancies.
• Support process improvements in purchasing and supply chain.

Skills

Negotiation

Organizational

Communication

Education

Business/Supply Chain degree preferred

Job description

About the Company

We are a global manufacturer recognized for innovation, quality, and reliability. Our products serve a wide range of industries around the world, and we take pride in delivering exceptional value to our customers through operational excellence and continuous improvement. As our organization continues to grow, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator.

Position Overview

The Purchasing Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating and managing the procurement of materials, components, equipment, and services necessary for production and operations. This position ensures timely and accurate purchasing processes, maintains supplier relationships, and supports efficient supply chain operations to meet business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials, components, and supplies required for production and operations.
• Review purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any order or shipment issues.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor and supplier relationships to ensure reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and lead times with suppliers to achieve cost savings and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, logistics, and inventory teams to forecast material needs and maintain adequate stock levels.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, and pricing data within ERP or procurement systems.
• Work with accounting to reconcile invoices and resolve any billing or delivery discrepancies.
• Support process improvement initiatives within purchasing and supply chain operations.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain coordination (manufacturing environment preferred).
• Strong negotiation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and ERP or MRP systems.
• High attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred

• Experience in a global or multi-site manufacturing organization.
• Knowledge of purchasing and inventory management best practices.
• Familiarity with ISO or other quality management systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 lbs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Compensation details: 25-28 Hourly Wage