Purchasing Coordinator

Trinidad Benham • LaGrange, GA

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About The Position

There's a reason Trinidad Benham is recognized as a leader in our industry. Trinidad Benham Corp has been in business for over 100 years, and we know a thing or two about providing stable employment and growth. The position is responsible for procurement, inventory, and competitive pricing of storeroom and other items used in the company. This position is also responsible for the administration of vendor repairs and vendor equipment preventive maintenance (PM).

Requirements

• Diploma or GED
• Excel
• Word
• Access (or other database experience)
• Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management system preferred

Responsibilities

• Receive and count stock items, and record data manually or using computer.
• Verify inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock, and investigate discrepancies or adjust errors.
• Store items in an orderly and accessible manner in parts room.
• Clean and maintain parts room in order to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Dispose of damaged or defective items, or return them to vendors.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports of inventories, price lists, shortages, shipments, expenditures, and goods used or issued.
• Compile, review, and maintain data from contracts, purchase orders, requisitions, and other documents in order to assess supply needs.
• Recommend addition of new storeroom items, stocking levels, and disposal of excess, defective or obsolete stock.
• Manage vendor repairs and vendor PMs of equipment.
• Identify new vendors and establish and maintain relationships with vendors.
• Perform competitive price analysis for high value items and overall better pricing.
• Prepare various reports.

Benefits

• Employee-owned
• Advancement Opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Insurance coverage that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and competitive vacation/sick pay plans
• Tuition assistance program
• Employee stock ownership program (ESOP)

What This Job Offers

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