Purchasing Coordinator

Dawson; Fredericktown (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the motor vehicle manufacturing sector is seeking a skilled Purchasing Coordinator to manage procurement and inventory tasks. The focus will be on analyzing forecasts, leading teams, and ensuring strong relationships with customers and suppliers. With a comprehensive benefits package, this role offers advancement opportunities for a dedicated professional experienced in the automotive field.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Vacation time

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the motor vehicle or automotive industry required.
• Proven ability to manage and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer long-term forecasts to develop planning strategies.
• Prepare and negotiate product quotations and selling prices with customers.
• Manage inventory levels of raw materials and components.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Relationship building

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation time

What you’ll be doing:

• Analyze customer long-term forecasts to develop planning strategies
• Assist with trial-calculations of shipping quantities and projected sales
• Prepare and negotiate product quotations and selling prices with customers
• Adjust prices in collaboration with customers and suppliers as needed
• Analyze sales forecasts in relation to production capacity and material availability
• Evaluate cost impacts from changes in design, materials, or manufacturing processes
• Assist with sourcing and identifying new sales opportunities
• Develop and execute purchase plans for raw materials and components
• Manage inventory levels of raw materials and components, including direct imports
• Execute operational leadership in Sales and Purchasing to support business plan sales targets
• Coordinate procurement of raw materials and components necessary for production
• Manage outbound logistics of finished goods to customers
• Serve as primary contact for customer and supplier communication, including conflict resolution
• Maintain strong working relationships with external partners
• Perform other duties as assigned

Who we’re looking for:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in the motor vehicle or automotive industry is required
• Proven ability to manage and develop team members
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective listener and presenter with relationship-building expertise
• Skilled in time management, multitasking, and organizational efficiency
• Familiarity with trade laws and regulations
• Professional demeanor with a strong ethical foundation
• Solid understanding of company policies, products, and engineering standards

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Customer Service, and Sales

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing, and Wholesale Motor Vehicles and Parts

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