Purchasing Coordinator

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/ESST

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Weekly pay

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K/Life/STD

Job summary

States Manufacturing in the Twin Cities north metro is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to support material purchasing, procurement, and ERP data entry. The role emphasizes team collaboration and accurate part setup to keep operations running smoothly. This is a full-time hourly position with typical hours Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m., and potential overtime. You will assist the purchasing team with data entry, PO management, and supplier communications to ensure timely orders.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Complete part setup on all new parts to ensure timely ordering by the purchasing team.
• Assist purchasing team with data entry tasks including Part Master Setup in Epicor and price lists.
• Issue and track purchase orders to vendors and follow up as needed.
• Track open vendor purchase orders and communicate with vendors.

Skills

Epicor ERP

Part master setup

MS Office

Team player

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Job 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.

Description

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.

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.

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

Salary Description

$25.00 - $30.00/hr