Strategic Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator

Wastequip; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) Retirement Plan with Company匹配

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Purchasing Coordinator at Wastequip supports the procurement function within a manufacturing environment, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services. You will process purchase orders, maintain vendor relationships, track deliveries, and support inventory and production needs to keep operations running smoothly.

Based in the United States, the role offers a competitive pay range of $30.00–$32.50 per hour, depending on experience, with standard business hours and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience (manufacturing environment strongly preferred).
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics D365 preferred, SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, etc.)
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Understanding of inventory control and production planning concepts.
• Basic negotiation skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Create, process, and track purchase orders in alignment with production schedules and inventory requirements
• Communicate with vendors to obtain quotes, confirm pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules
• Monitor order status and proactively follow up on delayed or back-ordered items
• Maintain accurate purchasing data in ERP systems
• Collaborate with production, planning, and inventory teams to ensure material availability
• Resolve discrepancies related to invoices, shipments, and receiving issues by obtaining POD’s as required or requesting credit and rebills for incorrect pricing.
• Monitor and maintain supplier records, primary suppliers, and lead time in the ERP system.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement procedures
• Work with Accounts Payable to resolve any vendor invoice related discrepancies.
• Maintain good vendor relationships through professional communications
• Maintain documentation and records for audit and reporting purposes
• Other applicable duties as assigned

Job description

The Purchasing Coordinator at Wastequip supports the procurement function within a manufacturing environment, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services. You will process purchase orders, maintain vendor relationships, track deliveries, and support inventory and production needs to keep operations running smoothly.

Based in the United States, the role offers a competitive pay range of $30.00–$32.50 per hour, depending on experience, with standard business hours and