Purchasing Coordinator

States Manufacturing Corporation; Dayton (MN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/ESST

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

States Manufacturing Corporation is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to handle material purchasing, data entry, and ERP-based tasks. The role supports the purchasing team and contributes to efficient operations.

The position is full-time and hourly, with typical hours Monday–Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Overtime may be available based on workload and business needs.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ experience in a production/engineering purchasing environment.
• Experience with Epicor is preferred but not required.
• MS Office proficiency: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Able to work in a team to accomplish daily tasks.
• Strong problem solving, detail orientation, and analytical skills.
• Able to work independently making sound decisions for weeks at a time.

Responsibilities

• Set up new parts to ensure timely purchasing.
• Assist team with data entry tasks (Part Master Setup, Price Lists, PO confirmations).
• Escalate issues that cannot be resolved with available information.
• Issue purchase orders to vendors.
• Track open vendor POs and contact vendors as needed.
• Other duties assigned by leadership or management.

Skills

Purchasing experience

ERP system knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Problem solving & analytics

Independent work ability

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Description

Come Learn and Grow with Us!

Rooted in over a century of craftsmanship, States Manufacturing is building the future of American industry. Based in the Twin Cities north metro and now in our second century, we’re experiencing truly explosive growth as we deliver trusted electrical and metal solutions nationwide.

We combine the stability of a well-established company with the energy of a startup—offering incredible opportunities for people who want to grow, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Intrigued? Let's talk!

Job Summary

States Manufacturing is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator. The ideal candidate would have experience in material purchasing, procurement, and data entry within an ERP system. The ability to work in a team environment and provide purchasing support for the organization.

This is a full-time, hourly position. Typical working hours will be Monday – Friday with hours ranging from 7:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. based on the candidates preferred working hours. Overtime may be available.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete part setup on all new parts, to ensure timely ordering by our purchasing team
• Assist purchasing team with data entry tasks, including but not limited to Part Master Setup in Epicor (ERP System), Part Price Lists, Purchase Order confirmations, order entry in supplier portals, and other basic purchasing tasks.
• Escalate issues that cannot be fully resolved with available information
• Issue purchase orders to vendors
• Track open vendor purchase orders, contacting vendors when needed.
• Other duties assigned by leadership or management groups.

Required Skills and Experience

• 2 - 4 years’ experience in a production and/or engineering purchasing environment.
• Experience with Epicor is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a team environment to accomplish daily tasks.
• Superior problem solving, detail orientated, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently making sound design decisions for multiple weeks at a time.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment:

• This position requires the ability to sit, and bend or stand for extended periods of time. Light lifting may be required.
• Performance of duties will be in the office, working at a computer full time.

Benefits

• PTO/ESST
• Paid holidays
• $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance
• Paid Weekly
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401K / Life Insurance / STD