Purchasing Coordinator

elevantrecruiting; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

elevantrecruiting seeks a purchasing professional to manage procurement, supplier relationships, and cost-saving initiatives across departments. You will identify needs, negotiate contracts, process purchase orders, and maintain data accuracy.

The role requires 2+ years in purchasing, strong negotiation and cross-functional collaboration, and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Mathematics and reasoning skills required.
• At least 2 years of experience in purchasing and vendor management.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Procurement and supplier management.
• Order processing / order requisition management.
• Contract negotiation (pricing and terms with suppliers).
• Communication and coordination with internal departments and suppliers.
• Record keeping and documentation.
• Cost savings initiatives.
• Coordination with suppliers regarding quality topics (non-conformances, documentation, samples).
• Maintenance of master data (item attributes, supplier info, pricing).
• Cost analysis: trend analysis and spot analysis on purchasing opportunities.

Skills

English proficiency

Mathematics & reasoning

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Purchasing of materials, supplies, and various products. Manage the procurement process, coordinating with internal departments and suppliers, and ensuring efficient and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services. Key responsibilities include identifying procurement needs, researching suppliers, negotiating contracts, processing purchase orders, and monitoring inventory levels.

Primary Position Duties and Responsibilities

• Procurement and supplier management
• Order processing / Order requisition management
• Contract negotiation (pricing and terms with suppliers)
• Communication and coordination with internal departments and suppliers
• Record keeping
• Cost savings
• Coordination with suppliers regarding quality topics (non-conformances, documentation, samples, etc.)
• Maintenance of QAD master data (item attributes, supplier info, pricing, etc.)
• Cost analysis: trend analysis and spot analysis on purchasing opportunities

Company Required Competencies

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing)
• Mathematics and reasoning skills
• Documented competency in specific required skills (e.g., electrical knowledge for maintenance roles)

• At least 2 years of experience in purchasing and vendor management
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Effective negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Detail-oriented and results-drivenStrong cross-functional engagement skills