Remote Purchasing Coordinator for E-Commerce Growth

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Purchasing Coordinator to support our remote operations from Welkom. You will manage purchase orders, communicate with suppliers, and maintain procurement records.

The role requires strong organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in purchasing or coordination, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and excellent written and verbal communication for seamless remote collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate or diploma in Business Administration or a related field is advantageous.
• 1-3 years of experience in a purchasing, administrative, or coordination role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data management.

Responsibilities

• Generate and process purchase orders for various product categories.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, lead times, and discrepancies.
• Maintain records of procurement transactions, including purchase orders, invoices, and delivery confirmations.
• Monitor inventory levels and flag stock shortages or overstock situations.
• Assist in researching and evaluating new suppliers and products.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure efficient receiving and dispatch of goods.
• Respond to internal inquiries regarding purchase orders and product availability.
• Support the Procurement Manager with administrative tasks and data entry.
• Track order fulfillment and follow up on outstanding deliveries.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Business Administration certificate (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Purchasing Coordinator to support our remote operations from Welkom. You will manage purchase orders, communicate with suppliers, and maintain procurement records.

The role requires strong organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in purchasing or coordination, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and excellent written and verbal communication for seamless remote collaboration.