Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain Coordinator

Confidential; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator in San Diego to manage procurement of direct and indirect materials, ensuring cost savings and compliance with policies within a growing quality system.

You will place POs, negotiate quotes, maintain supplier relationships, and monitor order status across multiple workflows while keeping accurate records and reporting metrics. This role emphasizes efficiency and continuous improvement in a service-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Education/experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related fields.
• 1+ years’ of experience in a similar position.
• Sourcing experience in Field Services or high-rate production with RFP/RFQ negotiations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including to senior leadership.
• Strong analytical skills: cost/benefit, variance analysis, business cases.
• Excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of service purchasing policies and practices.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently or in a team.
• Proficient typing to document dictation and updates.
• Knowledge of company policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders per policies.
• Build rapport with suppliers, service managers, and technicians to meet outcomes.
• Communicate with field staff and customers on quotes, bids, and purchases.
• Provide status and ETA on quotes and purchase orders.
• Resolve pricing and invoice issues with suppliers while ensuring compliance.
• Monitor daily inquiries via phone and email.
• Review contracts and ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Receive parts and update databases for tracking.
• Prepare, analyze, and negotiate quotes for timely delivery.
• Verify orders are placed with preferred vendors and tracked.
• Monitor orders and adjust as needed for quality/quantity.
• Maintain warehouse housekeeping and order records.

Skills

Sourcing experience

Supplier relations

Procurement

Communication

Analytical thinking

Customer service

Policy compliance

Team collaboration

Documentation

Policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related fields

Job description

Confidential is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator in San Diego to manage procurement of direct and indirect materials, ensuring cost savings and compliance with policies within a growing quality system.

You will place POs, negotiate quotes, maintain supplier relationships, and monitor order status across multiple workflows while keeping accurate records and reporting metrics. This role emphasizes efficiency and continuous improvement in a service-focused environment.