Purchasing Coordinator

Managed Care Staffers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Managed Care Staffers is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator in Chicago, IL for a temporary full-time, temp-to-hire role on-site. You will process requisitions and purchase orders, maintain vendor records, coordinate with suppliers and internal teams, and help ensure purchased products meet quality and pricing standards.

The ideal candidate has experience in purchasing or procurement, strong MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel), excellent communication, and meticulous data entry.

Qualifications

• Prior purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• ISO/TS 16949, TL 9000, AS 9100 familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process requisitions and POs for supplies and equipment.
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Coordinate with vendors, manufacturers, and internal departments.
• Track purchase orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Review vendor offers, pricing, and product information.
• Enter orders into internal databases accurately.
• Maintain purchasing documentation and training records.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Data entry

Vendor management

MS office

Education

ISO/QMS familiarity

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Job Description

Temporary Full-Time Purchasing Coordinator – Chicago, IL (Temp-to-Hire)

Our client, a leading provider of electroless nickel plating solutions with over 120 years of industry experience, is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to support its purchasing and supply chain operations. This position will be responsible for processing requisitions and purchase orders, maintaining vendor and purchasing records, coordinating with suppliers and internal departments, tracking deliveries, and helping ensure purchased products meet company quality and pricing requirements. This is an on-site position ; i.e. NOT hybrid or remote.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and process requisitions and POs for supplies and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of goods ordered and received.
• Communicate and coordinate with vendors, manufacturers, and internal departments.
• Maintain and update the database of approved vendors.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Track purchase orders and follow up to ensure timely delivery.
• Compare and evaluate vendor offers, pricing, and product information.
• Assist with negotiating contract terms, pricing, and purchasing agreements.
• Review the quality of purchased products and address concerns as needed.
• Accurately enter order details into internal databases and systems.
• Maintain purchasing documentation and records
• Complete required training and maintain applicable training records.

Job Requirements

• Previous purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or related experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software and internal systems.
• Comfortable using standard office equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong documentation, data entry, and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple orders, requests, and deadlines.
• QMS experience & training (ISO 9000, ISO/TS 16949, AS 9100, TL 9000) preferred.

Company Description

We are employment specialists who have worked in heath care and managed care industry for over a total of 25 years. We staff temp, temp to hire, and direct hire placements