Supply Chain Coordinator

Aston Carter; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator to ensure timely material flow to support production schedules at our Plano, TX site. This contract role emphasizes PO management, supplier coordination, and accurate ERP/MRP updates, with close cross-functional collaboration.

You will monitor orders, communicate delivery changes, and help resolve material issues while maintaining critical records and supporting continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain, purchase order management, and material planning.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, specifically Deltek Costpoint.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through on tasks.
• Basic understanding of purchasing, inventory, production, and material-flow processes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on status and delivery commitments.
• Obtain and communicate updated supplier delivery dates and shipment information.
• Maintain accurate material and PO status within ERP/MRP systems.
• Identify overdue or potentially late materials and escalate accordingly.
• Research material shortages, receiving discrepancies, and documentation issues.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Planning, Inventory, Receiving, Production, and Quality to resolve material issues.
• Support identification and escalation of shortages affecting production schedules.
• Maintain records and reports related to material status.
• Perform other purchasing, inventory, expediting, and material-control duties.

Skills

PO management

ERP/MRP systems

Organizational skills

Purchasing processes

Supplier communication

Excel proficiency

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Urgency & accountability

Manufacturing environment

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Job Title: Supply Chain CoordinatorJob Description

The Supply Chain Coordinator supports the timely flow of materials required to maintain production schedules and fulfill customer commitments. This role involves monitoring purchase orders, managing supplier commitments, and identifying potential material delays to prevent impacts on production. The coordinator serves as a vital communication link between Purchasing, Planning, Inventory, Receiving, Production, Quality, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned purchase orders and follow up with suppliers regarding order status and delivery commitments.

• Obtain and communicate updated supplier delivery dates and shipment information.

• Maintain accurate material and purchase-order status within ERP/MRP systems.

• Identify overdue, late, or potentially late materials and communicate concerns to appropriate personnel.

• Assist with researching material shortages, receiving discrepancies, incorrect quantities, and documentation issues.

• Coordinate with Purchasing, Planning, Inventory, Receiving, Production, and Quality to resolve routine material issues.

• Support identification and escalation of material shortages that could affect production schedules.

• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to material status.

• Perform other purchasing, inventory, expediting, and material-control duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Experience in supply chain, purchase order management, and material planning.

• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, specifically Deltek Costpoint.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow through on tasks.

• Basic understanding of purchasing, inventory, production, and material-flow processes.

• Ability to track multiple purchase orders and material requirements simultaneously.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with suppliers and internal departments.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic ERP/MRP system usage.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and respond to changing production requirements.

• Demonstrated sense of urgency, accountability, and problem-solving ability.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with high-volume transactional emailing and logging information.

• Experience managing up to 1000 open PO lines at a time.

• Ability to adapt to increased production demands and supplier interactions.

Work Environment

This role is based in an office setting and follows a 9-80 schedule: Monday through Friday one week and Monday through Thursday the next, totaling 44 hours one week and 36 hours the next. The workday consists of 9-hour days, with every other Friday off. There is no overtime for hours exceeding 40 in this schedule.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Plano, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.08 - $31.25/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plano,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] ([e-mail]) for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.