Procurement Coordinator

Aston Carter•Lumberton Township, NJ

6d•$20 - $20•Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Coordinator supports the end-to-end procurement process by ensuring timely delivery of materials, accurately managing purchase orders, and performing data entry and administrative tasks for the Procurement Department. The role offers exposure to purchasing, supplier management, and procurement operations in a fast-paced, process-driven environment. This is an office-based, hybrid position with three days onsite and two days working from home. The work is computer-intensive and involves managing purchase orders, supplier communications, delivery timelines, and data updates. The coordinator works closely with procurement, operations, inventory, logistics, and other internal stakeholders to ensure materials arrive on time, records remain accurate, and quality and regulatory requirements are met. The position is contract to hire and is based in Lumberton, New Jersey.

Requirements

At least 1 year of relevant experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
Hands-on experience managing purchase orders, including tracking and expediting.
Experience communicating with suppliers and vendors and managing those relationships.
Strong administrative and clerical skills, with a high level of data-entry accuracy.
Ability to coordinate details and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office.
Experience using ERP systems for order entry, inventory, and procurement activities.
Written and verbal communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
Planning and time-management skills to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Problem-solving and research skills to investigate delivery issues and discrepancies.
Ability to work effectively on a team and build collaborative relationships.
Customer service mindset when working with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Experience in buyer or purchasing support roles.
Experience in inventory coordination or supply chain operations.
Familiarity with procurement technologies and ERP systems.
Ability to contribute to process-improvement and continuous-improvement initiatives.
Comfort working in a detail-oriented, process-driven environment.
Interest in developing into a Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Supply Chain Analyst, Strategic Sourcing Specialist, or Procurement Manager role.

Responsibilities

Support the full purchase order lifecycle, including order creation, placement, tracking, expediting, and delivery follow-up.
Monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and proactively address delays or issues.
Enter and maintain accurate procurement, inventory, and supplier data in ERP systems and Excel.
Track and update order status, delivery dates, and shipment details in ERP and related procurement systems.
Communicate with suppliers and vendors to confirm orders and delivery schedules and resolve discrepancies.
Build and maintain positive supplier and vendor relationships that support reliable material delivery.
Coordinate material needs and delivery timelines with procurement, operations, inventory, logistics, and other teams.
Identify late deliveries, order discrepancies, and supplier issues, and work with stakeholders to resolve them promptly.
Support initiatives to streamline procurement workflows and improve efficiency.
Maintain accurate and complete procurement records, documentation, and clerical work.
Comply with internal quality standards and regulatory requirements related to procurement and supply chain activities.
Use Excel, Microsoft Office, ERP systems, email, and procurement software to manage tasks and communicate with partners.
Provide customer service support for order status, delivery updates, and procurement inquiries.
Assist with inventory activities, including verifying quantities, reconciling data, and supporting purchasing decisions.
Contribute to a collaborative team environment and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Medical insurance, if eligible.
Dental insurance, if eligible.
Vision insurance, if eligible.
Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, if eligible.
401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contribution options, if eligible.
Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for the employee and dependents, if eligible.
Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
Transportation benefits, if eligible.
Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
Time off or leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.