Inventory & Purchasing Coordinator – Full-Time | Retail Ops
About The Position
At Marion Goodwill Industries, our mission is Building Lives That Work. Every product we source, track, and place in our stores helps fund job training, employment opportunities, and community programs. Our New Goods team plays a vital role in supporting strong retail operations across the organization. We’re seeking a detail-oriented and organized New Goods Coordinator to manage new goods and supply inventory across Marion Goodwill locations. In this role, you’ll coordinate purchasing, inventory accuracy, planograms, and vendor relationships—ensuring stores are stocked, organized, and positioned for success.
Requirements
- High school diploma required; additional education preferred
- 3+ years of retail or distribution center experience preferred
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Comfortable handling, sorting, and managing retail inventory
- Reliable, dependable, and detail-oriented
- Ability to pass drug/alcohol screening
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Responsibilities
- Order new goods and supplies from approved vendors and coordinate deliveries
- Attend trade shows as assigned to source and order product
- Scan shipments into inventory systems and import data into POS
- Set, map, and maintain planograms for store use
- Conduct store visits to ensure planograms are executed and backstock is organized
- Manage inventory by stocking, pricing, cataloging, and maintaining accurate counts
- Investigate and report inventory discrepancies and potential loss
- Obtain vendor quotes and compare pricing to control costs
- Fulfill store requisitions and supply orders in a timely manner
- Prepare inventory and purchasing reports for the Finance Department
- Maintain accurate records for new goods and donated inventory
- Follow all company policies, safety standards, and loss-prevention procedures
Benefits
- Mission-driven work with real community impact
- Opportunity to influence inventory strategy and retail performance
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Ongoing training and skill-building
- Stability and growth within a respected nonprofit organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
