Purchasing & Expediting Coordinator

Austin Community College; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Indiana is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to monitor and expedite the delivery of purchased components. This role serves as a communication link between suppliers and internal teams, resolving delivery risks and discrepancies proactively. Ideal candidates should have experience with Microsoft Office, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The position is temporary or an internship, offering an engaging opportunity for hands-on experience in procurement.

Responsibilities

• Confirm purchase order receipt and delivery dates with suppliers.
• Expedite parts requiring earlier delivery or that are past due.
• Manage shipment tracking numbers and monitor in-transit deliveries.
• Verify deliveries arrive as expected and on schedule.
• Communicate material status updates to Purchasing, Planning, and Manufacturing.
• Support prioritized improvement project activities.

Skills

Microsoft Office, especially Excel proficiency

Experience talking to suppliers/vendors/customers on the phone

Attention to detail and sense of urgency

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong follow-up and organizational skills

Clear, concise written and verbal communication

Strong problem-solving and issue-resolution skills

Prior purchasing, planning, shipping, or receiving experience preferred

Job description

A community college in Indiana is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to monitor and expedite the delivery of purchased components. This role serves as a communication link between suppliers and internal teams, resolving delivery risks and discrepancies proactively. Ideal candidates should have experience with Microsoft Office, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The position is temporary or an internship, offering an engaging opportunity for hands-on experience in procurement.