Purchasing Coordinator

Premier Lighting; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 22,730 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan with company match

Dental and Vision Insurance

Supplemental Insurance plans

Job summary

Premier Lighting in Tucson, Arizona is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to create and submit vendor purchase orders, ensuring timely fulfillment of customer sales orders. The role includes following up on orders, resolving vendor issues, and coordinating inventory replacements.

Ideal candidates will have at least five years of purchasing experience, preferably in the lighting industry, and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers an hourly compensation of $16.50 to $22.00 with benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in product purchasing, preferably in the lighting industry.
• Proficiency in English and in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Create and submit vendor purchase orders for products.
• Follow up on purchase orders and resolve issues with vendors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

General Purpose

The Purchasing Coordinator creates and submits vendor purchase orders for products to fill customer sales orders. The Purchasing Coordinator also performs other support duties such as stock checks, purchase order follow‑up, and resolves issues with orders that cannot be filled as requested. Purchasing Coordinators have little to no contact with outside customers, but work extensively with other company personnel.

Essential Duties

• Create product purchase orders using the company automated system, or manually if required
• Submit purchase orders to vendors per company policy/schedule
• Follow‑up daily on purchase orders from the previous day and enter notes into the system; enter future follow‑up for shipping on the purchasing calendar
• Follow‑up on older purchase orders, per calendar, and update notes in the system
• Send tracking information for drop‑ship orders to Accounts Payable
• Check the Hotlist daily for pre‑payments made, and follow‑up with vendor
• Resolve issues on purchase orders that cannot be filled by the vendor
• Forward all Pro‑Forma invoices received to Accounts Payable
• Redirect all calls regarding payment or other financial issues to Accounts Payable

Other Duties

• Coordinate the replacement of missing or damaged items with the RGA department
• Create purchase orders for market orders and stock items from information provided by the owner, or other authorized manager
• Assist Sales Reps with product pricing and vendor inventory stock checks

Education & Experience

• Proficiency in English and in Microsoft Office Suite
• Five years of experience in product purchasing, preferably in the lighting industry
• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Key Competencies

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Competency in arithmetic, including fractions and percentages
• Proficiency in data entry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Personal organizational skills
• Ability to participate as a team member
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Self‑starter with a sense of urgency
• Customer service attitude

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation – Hourly $16.50 to $22.00
• Benefits Available:
  • Insurance – Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Supplemental Insurance plans