Materials Coordinator

Encore Fire Protection • Pawtucket, RI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Encore Fire Protection is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join their purchasing team. This role is crucial for ensuring materials flow smoothly, projects stay on schedule, and technicians are properly equipped across multiple states. The ideal candidate will be adept at balancing speed and accuracy, maintaining organization in a high-volume environment, and proactively identifying and resolving issues. This position requires someone who excels at comparing vendors, addressing material shortages, ensuring pricing accuracy, and guaranteeing the timely delivery of the correct parts to the correct locations.

Requirements

• Three years of purchasing or procurement experience in a high volume, service-oriented, or construction environment
• Strong attention to detail with consistent accuracy in data entry and order placement
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining organization and follow through
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using purchasing or inventory management software
• Clear and professional communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across teams
• A proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs, identify issues early, and recommend solutions

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field.
• Experience working in a private equity-backed environment or within a scaling, growth-oriented business.

Responsibilities

• Organize product requests and identify the best vendor based on pricing, location, and availability.
• Place accurate purchase orders with suppliers, ensuring correct part numbers, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Communicate material availability and updates to product managers and project teams.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable and internal partners to resolve supplier payment discrepancies.
• Maintain supplier relationships and support tactical purchasing activities including pricing discussions and terms.
• Track pricing trends, lead times, and material changes and share insights with the Purchasing Manager and relevant teams.
• Support purchasing documentation, process updates, and system accuracy.
• Assist with maintaining inventory and forecasting needs when required.

Benefits

• Hourly rate based on experience with a performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Paid tuition for fire protection-related schooling needed to obtain licensing.
• High-quality company swag and attire (t-shirts, hoodies, jackets) – at least twice a year.
• Access to leading-edge web-based productivity tools.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Participation in our Fidelity 401(k) plan with a company match.
• Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees