Strategic Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator

prattinternalcareersite; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Pre-Paid Legal

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to organize spare parts inventory and manage procurement for paper machine equipment and MRO supplies. The role supports multiple departments in a fast-paced 24-7 environment.

The position requires a post-secondary degree and strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills. Experience with SAP, Microsoft Office, and inventory systems is preferred, with a focus on cost control and timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree) is REQUIRED.
• Strong communication and organizational skills in purchasing needs.
• Experience with procurement or supply chain is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Store Room order of material and equipment to meet requirements.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and other consumables.
• Coordinate the delivery of supplies according to priorities and specifications.
• Assist in negotiations for purchases, including annual contracts, long-term contracts and blanket orders.
• Communicate with vendors and shipping companies to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Prepare RFQ and bid packages.
• Assist in set up of new vendors and subcontractors.
• Type purchase orders and place approved orders.
• Expedite outstanding purchase orders.
• Assist accounting with invoice discrepancies.
• Assist with reports and analysis to ensure timely procurement and cost control.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Self-starter

Education

Post-secondary educational degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Inventory Management Systems

Job description

Pratt Industries is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to organize spare parts inventory and manage procurement for paper machine equipment and MRO supplies. The role supports multiple departments in a fast-paced 24-7 environment.

The position requires a post-secondary degree and strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills. Experience with SAP, Microsoft Office, and inventory systems is preferred, with a focus on cost control and timely deliveries.