Purchasing Coordinator $26 to $28 an Hour

Parallel Employment; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Parallel Employment Group is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator in Buffalo, NY to support procurement operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers a temporary assignment with potential for extension. You will handle day-to-day purchasing, maintain records, and collaborate with vendors and internal teams while using ERP/MRP systems and Excel tools.

Standard schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with pay between $26 and $28 per hour.

Qualifications

• Purchasing experience required in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Excel with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.”

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day purchasing activities including placing, tracking, and expediting orders.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Maintain and update purchase records, reports, and vendor files.
• Research to create Purchase Orders.
• Support inventory and supply chain processes as needed.
• Enter and manage purchase orders using ERP/MRP systems.
• Reconcile purchase discrepancies and resolve invoice issues.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Pivot tables

VLOOKUP

Independent work

ERP systems

Strong writing

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Parallel Employment Group is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Coordinator for a client in Buffalo, NY. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a fast-paced environment while supporting procurement operations within a dynamic team.

Location: Buffalo, NY

Pay Rate: $26 to $28 hour

Job Type: Temporary with potential for extension, depending on candidate/skills

Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with day-to-day purchasing activities including placing, tracking, and expediting orders
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of materials
• Maintain and update purchase records, reports, and vendor files
• Research to create Purchase Orders
• Support inventory and supply chain processes as needed
• Enter and manage purchase orders using ERP/MRP systems
• Reconcile purchase discrepancies and resolve invoice issues

• Purchasing experience

• Excel experience ( pivot tables and v lookups)
• formula experience
• working independently
• Experience with ERP
• Strong writing skills

Parallel Employment Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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