Purchasing Coordinator

Spectrum Staffing Services/HRStaffers Inc.; Hopkinton (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off starting at 80 hours annually

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Job summary

A staffing and recruiting company is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to thrive in a manufacturing environment. The role requires managing supplier relationships, conducting negotiations, and ensuring timely inventory management. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience in purchasing and strong organizational skills. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform inventory counts.

Responsibilities

• Assess and select suppliers based on delivery capabilities.
• Generate and manage purchase orders efficiently.
• Verify invoice accuracy and manage inventory records.

Skills

Vendor negotiations

Strong organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Record keeping

Analytical skills

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Purchasing software

Job description

Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $68,000.00/yr

Summary

The Purchasing Coordinator will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring the timely procurement and delivery of quality materials. This role involves collaborating with suppliers, department managers, and internal teams to maintain accurate inventory records and support production schedules. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, skilled in negotiation and vendor management, and possess a strong understanding of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Assess and select suppliers based on cost, quality, service, and delivery capabilities.
• Generate and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely placement of orders.
• Coordinate closely with department managers to confirm purchasing needs and deadlines.
• Maintain regular communication with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Verify invoice accuracy in collaboration with accounts payable.
• Update and manage inventory records using spreadsheets and software tools.
• Conduct monthly physical inventory counts across facilities.
• Collaborate with shipping and receiving teams to align material flow with production needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, following PPE requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for purchasing-related inquiries and support other purchasers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years’ purchasing experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and purchasing software.
• Strong record-keeping and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze invoices and resolve discrepancies.
• Skilled in independent sourcing of products and vendor negotiations.
• Strong mathematical aptitude.
• Capable of working in environments with moderate to high noise, moving parts, and occasional exposure to fumes.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and perform inventory counts on the production floor.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with bonus eligibility.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Paid time off starting at 80 hours annually, with increases based on tenure.
• 9 paid holidays per year.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Additional

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Purchasing
• Industries: Manufacturing

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