Purchasing Coordinator

Persistent Systems•New York, NY

6d•$71,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Persistent Systems is actively seeking a Buyer to join our team at the New York City headquarters. In this role you will support the internal purchase order requests portal, expedite order processing, and assist the buying team with administrative tasks related to purchasing and supply chain operations. Your role involves maintaining accurate records, ensuring seamless communication with suppliers, and supporting the overall procurement process.

Requirements

High school diploma
Experience in procurement, purchasing, or related administrative roles
Familiarity with ERP systems is advantageous
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Excellent organizational, multitasking, and attention to detail skills
Effective written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across department

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of supply chain processes and procurement best practices
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or a related field

Responsibilities

Comply with company purchasing policies and procedures
Create and update purchase orders
Monitor the Purchase Request (PR) portal for timely and accurate execution of orders
Track purchase order due dates and align with supplier confirmations
Support in expediting the delivery of goods/services to meet schedules
Support in maintaining the ERP system with current products, pricing, and supplier information
Communicate with suppliers regularly to confirm order receipts and resolve issues
Provide general administrative support to the procurement team
Collaborate with internal departments for smooth procurement processes
Assist with weekly ad hoc reporting and vendor qualification/evaluation
Ability to work within a healthy and collaborative team environment