Temp Contract Purchasing Coordinator

Peregrine Search Solutions; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,408,000; Full time

Job summary

Peregrine Search Solutions seeks a temporary Purchasing Clerk/Coordinator to support a manufacturing client through year-end. You will prepare and manage purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers and internal teams, and ensure documentation accuracy.

The role includes order follow-up, data entry, vendor communications, cost-saving evaluations, and front-desk support. This contract emphasizes accuracy, audit readiness, and collaborative problem solving.

Qualifications

• Temporary/contract through end of the year with purchasing experience.
• Experience preparing and managing purchase orders.
• Communicating with suppliers and vendors; ensuring documentation accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or edit purchase orders from various departments.
• Place orders with suppliers and ensure documentation terms are clear.
• Confirm order quantity, pricing and availability.
• Follow up on orders via phone, email, or fax.
• Ensure accuracy of all orders and create purchase orders.
• Coordinate MSDS system with Environmental Services.
• Maintain filing system for materials and equipment records.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities across suppliers.
• Process returns/credits and resolve invoice issues.
• Process material receiving in the data base system.
• Inspect consignments for terms compliance.
• Communicate with suppliers about delays or damaged items.
• Ensure audit compliance and order accuracy.
• Assist Accounts Payable with new vendor setups.
• Greet visitors and assist at front desk; perform general admin duties.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Purchase orders

Vendor communication

Administrative support

Job description

Peregrine Search Solutions seeks a temporary Purchasing Clerk/Coordinator to support a manufacturing client through year-end. You will prepare and manage purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers and internal teams, and ensure documentation accuracy.

The role includes order follow-up, data entry, vendor communications, cost-saving evaluations, and front-desk support. This contract emphasizes accuracy, audit readiness, and collaborative problem solving.