Purchasing Coordinator

Marvin • Fargo, ND

5d

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 that will meet 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 of 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 POs for Requisition Requests: Purchase indirect materials using the requisition approval process.
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 of 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 POs for Requisition Requests
• 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
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees