Purchasing & Planning Coordinator Drive On-Time Production

Chemtek; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

$2,000 sign-on bonus for Acumatica ERP

Company-funded QSEHRA health Reimburse

401(k) with company contribution

Paid holidays, PTO, vacation, and sick

Eight extra paid days off during Chemテ

Downtown Durham office with free paid

Job summary

Chemtek in Durham, NC is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to plan and purchase materials for daily manufacturing schedules. You will collaborate with the Production Planner, manage vendor communications, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining precise records and inventory.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and proactive problem-solving to prevent production delays, with a strong focus on Acumatica ERP and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3 years of work experience in purchasing or supply chain.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Accurate with numbers, quantities, dates and records.
• Ability to manage several orders and deadlines at once.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable using email, spreadsheets, and ERP software.
• Team player who takes pride in their work and communicates well.

Responsibilities

• Plan material and equipment needs to support the daily manufacturing schedule.
• Purchase raw materials, supplies, and equipment and confirm they arrive when needed.
• Coordinate with the Production Team to ensure daily goals are met.
• Communicate with vendors about orders, pricing, and delivery timing.
• Follow up on open purchase orders and flag delays before they affect production.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and order records.
• Be the backup to Production Planning generating and closing work orders.

Skills

Accurate with numbers and records

Multi-order tracking

Strong organizational skills

Proficient with email, spreadsheets, &

Team player with proactive communicate

Attention to detail and follow-through

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Acumatica ERP

Job description

Chemtek in Durham, NC is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to plan and purchase materials for daily manufacturing schedules. You will collaborate with the Production Planner, manage vendor communications, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining precise records and inventory.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and proactive problem-solving to prevent production delays, with a strong focus on Acumatica ERP and team collaboration.