Purchasing Coordinator

CornerStone Staffing; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CornerStone Staffing is seeking a dedicated Purchasing Coordinator in Fort Worth, TX to support purchasing operations in a fast-paced aviation environment. You will manage supplier communications, purchase orders, order tracking, and customer order status updates, coordinating with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and parts.

The role requires 3+ years in purchasing or related fields, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, customer service, sales support, or related field.
• 3+ years of buyer experience preferred.
• Aviation aftermarket experience preferred but not required.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Criminal background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Process status reports for open customer sales orders and obtain updates on open supplier purchase orders.
• Expedite internal and external parts orders through communication with suppliers and operations teams.
• Secure and analyze supplier quotations.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with domestic and international suppliers.
• Track and manage purchase orders to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Resolve delays, shortages, and order-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with aviation industry standards and company requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, orders, and supplier agreements.
• Process purchase orders according to company guidelines.
• Support senior buyers with purchasing activities.
• Complete special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Purchasing Coordinator

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Pay: $23-$25/hr

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Position Overview:

The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for supporting purchasing operations by managing supplier communications, purchase orders, order tracking, and customer order status updates. This role works closely with vendors, internal teams, and customers to ensure timely delivery of materials and parts in a fast-paced aviation environment.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Process status reports for open customer sales orders and obtain updates on open supplier purchase orders
• Expedite internal and external parts orders through communication with suppliers and operations teams
• Secure and analyze supplier quotations
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with domestic and international suppliers
• Track and manage purchase orders to ensure timely and accurate deliveries
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Resolve delays, shortages, and order-related issues
• Ensure compliance with aviation industry standards and company requirements
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, orders, and supplier agreements
• Process purchase orders according to company guidelines
• Support senior buyers with purchasing activities
• Complete special projects and additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, customer service, sales support, or a related field
• 3+ years of buyer experience preferred
• Aviation aftermarket experience preferred but not required
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with keyboard shortcuts preferred
• Criminal background check and drug screen required