PROJECT COORDINATOR

The GEO Group•Boca Raton, FL

20h

About The Position

The Project Coordinator position supports the Startup & Execution department by gathering equipment, resources, and information to implement upcoming projects, specifically focusing on purchasing, vendor, and record maintenance processes for new locations. GEO Group is a global leader in evidence-based rehabilitation, providing complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. This includes the development of state-of-the-art facilities, provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation, and post-release reintegration and supervision. The company emphasizes employee wellbeing through physical, emotional, and financial pillars, offering comprehensive benefits and competitive wages.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
One to three (1-3) years of related experience in project and purchasing coordination including aspects such as sourcing, specs, bidding, vendor negotiation, ethics, policies and practices, transportation of goods, warehousing, exporting and freight, current trends, training, and programs.
Excellent communication, time management, and organization skills.
Ability to provide continuing project assessment and coordinate rapid changes in all areas of responsibility.
Ability to work with Microsoft Office including Excel.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business administration preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedules and coordinates all freight, moving and asset transfer of goods, between vendors and receiving facilities.
Serves as the initial point of contact for all purchasing inquiries from vendors and receives initial applications from new vendors.
Maintains vendor files and vendor catalogues.
Maintains computerized records related to purchasing activities.
Processes daily invoices while checking for accuracy for quantities, costs, specs, and item numbers.
Purchases supplies and schedules shipments and returns.
Contacts vendors regarding products, specifications, and pricing.
Places orders with authorized vendors.
Evaluates and selects sources of supplies and services.
Selects and evaluates vendors by meeting suppliers, investigating facilities, capacity, and stability to meet quality requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.