Job Details
Job Location: TEXAS - HEADQUARTERS - HOUSTON, TX
Salary Range: $24.00 - $28.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Description
Position Summary:
The CPS Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for executing purchase activities, including special order procurement, inter-branch material transfers, and supply replenishment. This role ensures seamless procurement operations within the CPS division by maintaining accurate purchase records, resolving invoice discrepancies, and supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and capable of managing administrative and sourcing responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Execute all special order purchases and material buyouts upon receipt of approved PO request forms.
- Coordinate and input inter-branch material transfers based on branch needs.
- Monitor, expedite, and update purchase orders for special-order items.
- Partner with Accounting to resolve invoice and billing discrepancies.
- Maintain adequate inventory of office and administrative supplies.
- Negotiate office supply pricing with vendors and manage purchase contracts.
- Interact daily with internal departments (Install, Accounting, CPS Production) and external vendors.
- Support the Install Department with material sourcing and PO entry for job-related buyouts.
- Perform general administrative support duties and contribute to departmental projects.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or estimating.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel; familiarity with ERP or procurement software preferred.
- Ability to quickly and comfortably navigate computer systems and platforms.
Working Conditions:
- Standard full-time schedule: minimum 40 hours per week, in-office.
- Fast-paced office environment with frequent collaboration across departments.
- Occasional visits to warehouse or production areas may be required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Occasional walking or standing to move between office and warehouse areas.
- Must have adequate hand dexterity and visual acuity for data entry and document handling.