Purchasing Coordinator

Forshaw Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, disability, +

Job summary

Forshaw Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to join our corporate office on first shift, Monday through Friday.

You will support daily procurement operations by assisting branches with purchase order processing and tracking, coordinating with Warehouse teams, and ensuring accurate execution of drop shipments and special orders. The ideal candidate has at least two years of purchasing experience, strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables), and ERP experience, with Microsoft

Qualifications

• Two years of purchasing experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proficient with Excel, including VLOOKUPs and PivotTables.
• ERP experience required; Microsoft Business Central preferred.
• Pest management industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist branches with purchase orders, tracking, and open order monitoring.
• Support purchasing procedures and system usage guidance.
• Coordinate with Warehouse teams to resolve issues and manage inventory flow.
• Process drop shipments and special orders with vendors and branches.
• Monitor back orders and expedite delayed orders with suppliers.
• Maintain vendor records, pricing, and item master data; assist vendor setup.

Skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Excel

ERP experience

Pest management industry experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable supporting purchasing operations in a fast-paced environment? If so, we want you to join our team as a Purchasing Coordinator! This role is first shift, Monday to Friday.

FORSHAW is seeking a motivated and efficient individual to join our team as a Purchasing Coordinator at our Corporate Office. In this role, you will support daily procurement operations by assisting branches with purchase order processing and tracking, coordinating with Warehouse teams, and ensuring accurate execution of drop shipments and special orders. Your goal will be to supply confidence by supporting smooth and efficient purchasing processes across the company in ways that align with FORSHAW's Mission, Vision, and Values.

About FORSHAW

Family-owned and operated since 1961, FORSHAW continues to grow while maintaining our mission to supply confidence to People, Partners, and Performance. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, we have offices in 11 locations that allow us to provide exceptional, hands-on service to customers.

Responsibilities

• Assist branches with the creation, processing, and tracking of purchase orders while monitoring open orders to ensure timely fulfillment and delivery
• Provide support and guidance on purchasing procedures and system usage
• Serve as a key point of contact for Warehouse teams, collaborating to resolve purchasing-related issues and support inventory flow across the company
• Process and manage drop shipment orders and special customer orders, coordinating with vendors, branches, and Warehouse teams to ensure successful execution
• Monitor and manage back orders, communicate status updates, and work with suppliers to expedite delayed orders when possible
• Maintain accurate vendor records, pricing, and contact information, and create and update item master data
• Support new vendor setup and item onboarding activities
• Partner with Accounts Payable and Warehouse team members to investigate, reconcile, and resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing issues, and purchasing variances
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and PivotTables
• ERP experience required; Microsoft Business Central strongly preferred
• Pest management industry experience preferred

Summary of Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays and an additional day to recognize your birthday
• 401(k) plan with Company match
• Paid parental leave

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred
• At least two years of purchasing experience required
• Must be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public.