Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator

Pratt Industries•Conyers, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for organizing and maintaining the spare parts inventory warehouse. This role assists with the procurement of paper machine equipment, MRO (maintenance, repair, operation) supplies, office supplies, building materials, mobile equipment, and contractor services related to the paper manufacturing facility. The Purchasing Coordinator must possess strong communication and organizational skills to manage the purchasing needs of all departments within the demanding deadlines of a lean “24-7” environment.

Requirements

Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree from college, university, technical school, military, vocational or other advanced educational institution) REQUIRED
MS Office, Google Workspace, SAP, Inventory Management System a plus
English, negotiation skills
Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, manuals, regulations, and codes
Ability to write business reports and correspondence
Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, contractors, employees, and outside officials
Clear, concise oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of accounting principles needed
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, volume, and net present value.
Able to apply concepts of algebra and geometry along with basic math (adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing)
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Highly organized and motivated, ability to multi-task, self-starter, must work well under pressure
Microsoft office, word, excel and SAP a must
Google Workspace (Calendar, Drive, Gmail, Docs, Sheets)
Experience with Inventory Management Systems a plus
Ability to create reports for review by upper management

Nice To Haves

MS Office, Google Workspace, SAP, Inventory Management System a plus
Experience with Inventory Management Systems a plus

Responsibilities

Manage the Store Room order of material and equipment to meet requirements
Manage inventory of spare parts and other consumables
Coordinate the delivery of supplies according to priorities and specifications
Assist in negotiations for purchases, including annual contracts, long-term contracts and blanket orders
Communicate with vendors and shipping companies to ensure that all critical deliveries arrive on time
Prepare RFQ (request for quotation) and bid packages
Assist in set up of new vendors and subcontractors
Type purchase orders
Place approved orders
Expedite outstanding purchase orders
Assist accounting with invoice discrepancies
Assist with reports and analysis to ensure timely procurement and cost control