Purchasing Coordinator

Marvin

11d • $22 - $29

About The Position

A Purchasing Coordinator supports production with purchased material to fabricate windows and doors. It is their responsibility to obtain the appropriate quantity of goods in a professional, reliable and responsive manner at the negotiated price while meeting quality, schedule and performance requirements specified by the Marvin company.
Highlights of your role
Place Purchase Orders and Work Orders: Use MRP systems to manage purchase and work orders, ensuring material availability for production.
Review Open Order Reports: Address past due purchase orders.
Review Shortage Reports: Monitor and prioritize critical shortages, communicating with suppliers and stakeholders for expedited deliveries.
Process Material Reject Reports: Follow standardized processes for material rejects, ensuring production materials meet specifications.
Request Backhauls: Coordinate logistics to optimize deliveries and reduce transportation costs.
SOL/Skips and Shortage Maintenance: Identify and communicate solutions for material shortages.
Critical WIP Counts: Validate non-nettable inventory to prevent production disruptions.
Review Accounts Payable invoicing for accuracy.
Place PO’s for Requisition Requests: Purchase indirect materials using the requisition approval process.
Update MRP Drivers: Ensure MRP system parameters are current and accurate for optimal inventory management.
Update historical production data in the forecasting system.

Requirements

• Computer proficiency (ICIM, Word, Excel)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to read and understand material prints and specifications
• Understanding of material quality requirements, processes and procedures
• Ability to analyze inventory usage and requirements
• Leadership skills
• Purchasing processes and systems knowledge
• Negotiating skills

Nice To Haves

• 2 or 4 year business related degree is preferrable
• Prior purchasing experience a plus
• Knowledge/experience of Marvin product

Responsibilities

• Place Purchase Orders and Work Orders
• Review Open Order Reports
• Review Shortage Reports
• Process Material Reject Reports
• Request Backhauls
• SOL/Skips and Shortage Maintenance
• Critical WIP Counts
• Review Accounts Payable invoicing for accuracy
• Place PO’s for Requisition Requests
• Update MRP Drivers
• Update historical production data in the forecasting system

Benefits

• $300 annual wellbeing account to spend on what helps you feel happy + healthy
• Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
• Annual profit sharing – recognizing everyone’s contribution to Marvin’s success
• Giving at Marvin – participate in organized volunteer opportunities
• Brighter Days Fund – financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree