Purchasing Coordinator

Watson • Poulsbo, WA

10d • $23 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Welcome. We’re glad you’re here. And we’re not just saying that—we truly mean it. At Watson, we’re proud of our people, our craft, and our workplace solutions. For over 50 years, we’ve designed and built revolutionary, award-winning products for some of the most innovative companies in the world. Our designs are functional, simple, and built with respect for our environment and community. Please note, this role is 100% On- Site at our Poulsbo, Washington Workplace called the Orchard. The Orchard is more than merely our Pacific Northwest headquarters and the land that surrounds it. With a perimeter of towering Douglas firs and vistas of the Olympic Mountains, it’s quite the inspirational workplace. The Orchard is more expansive than its literal acreage; it's an oxygen-rich metaphor of what we're here to do and, more importantly, what we’re here to take care of. We love working here, and we think you will too! We’re looking for an energetic Purchasing Coordinator to join our team in Poulsbo, WA. This role is central to keeping operations running smoothly by managing purchase orders, monitoring inventory levels in Frontier, and ensuring accuracy through cycle counting. If you thrive on detail, enjoy building supplier relationships, and want to play a key role in Watson’s supply chain, we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree in Business preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in buying, procurement, or materials planning (manufacturing experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of purchasing systems, procedures, and MRP/ERP platforms (Frontier experience preferred).
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Advanced computer skills and proficiency with business software.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Clear communication skills and proven accuracy in managing purchase orders and inventory data.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree in Business preferred.
• manufacturing experience preferred
• Frontier experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform daily buying activities in alignment with the Watson ISO 9001 Management System.
• Operate our ERP/MRP system (Frontier) to issue accurate purchase orders, maintain supplier/item records, and ensure material availability.
• Monitor demand and stock levels; proactively maintain adequate inventory and recommend adjustments to the Purchasing Manager.
• Conduct regular warehouse cycle counts and resolve inventory discrepancies to keep data accurate.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with internal teams and suppliers regarding orders, expedites, shortages, and quality issues.
• Collaborate with the Purchasing Manager on supplier performance, cost improvements, and process efficiencies.
• Support new product launches by coordinating material requirements.
• Research and resolve issues related to receiving, invoicing, and order fulfillment.
• Ensure inventory control procedures support production requirements.

Benefits

• INSURANCE | All employees and their dependents will have the ability to enroll in medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. If enrolled, benefits begin on the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment at Watson.
• RETIREMENT | Watson will match 50% of employees’ 401k contributions, up to 2.5% of base annual salary. All employees over the age of 18 will be automatically enrolled on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. You can opt out, decrease, or increase contribution at any time.
• PAID TIME OFF | Hourly employees will earn roughly 80 hours of paid time off during their first year at Watson, 120 hours of paid time off during years 2-5, and 160 hours of paid time off each year after being employed for 6 years. Salaried employees can enjoy no cap on their PTO. However, reasonable time off in your first year is considered to be a couple of weeks.
• SICK TIME | Watson employees earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• PAID HOLIDAYS | Watson is closed for 8 holidays every year and offers every employee an additional paid holiday to choose upon employment.
• PROFIT SHARING | Profit Sharing is how we reward the effort and commitment of our employees. Generally, 25% of profits are allocated to the Profit Sharing Plan after the baseline profit level is met. The overall profit sharing amount varies from year to year.
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | This is a free service for all employees and dependents to provide support for any mental, emotional, relational, and financial need, as well as crisis and grief support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED