Purchasing Manager and Planning Coordinator

Chemtek • Durham, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Chemtek is seeking an accurate and organized Purchasing Manager and Planning Coordinator to plan and purchase the materials and equipment needed for the Production Team to meet its daily manufacturing schedule. The role works with the Production Planner to determine material needs, place orders, and follow up through delivery. It requires maintaining accurate records, anticipating shortages, and raising delivery concerns that could delay production.

Using ACUMATICA, Chemtek’s manufacturing ERP program, the position supports purchasing, inventory, order tracking, and production planning. The role is based at Chemtek’s downtown Durham office in the American Tobacco Campus. The schedule is full-time, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM daily.

Requirements

• Three years of work experience in purchasing.
• Accuracy with numbers, quantities, dates, and records.
• Ability to track several orders and deadlines at once.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfort using email, spreadsheets, and ERP business software.
• Enjoyment of working as part of a team and taking pride in one’s work.
• Good follow-through and judgment to ask questions or raise concerns before they become bigger problems.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Two or more years of ACUMATICA ERP experience qualifies candidates for the $2,000 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Plan material and equipment needs to support the daily manufacturing schedule using ACUMATICA.
• Purchase raw materials, supplies, and equipment, and confirm they arrive when needed.
• Coordinate with the Production Team to ensure it has what it needs to meet daily goals.
• Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and carriers about orders, pricing, and delivery timing.
• Follow up on open purchase orders and flag delays before they affect production.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and order records.
• Back up Production Planning by generating and closing work orders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• $2,000 sign-on bonus for candidates with 2+ years of ACUMATICA ERP experience.
• Company-funded QSEHRA health reimbursement benefit for eligible employees and family members.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Paid holidays, PTO, vacation, and sick leave.
• Eight additional paid days off during Chemtek’s Christmas holiday period.
• Free covered parking at the downtown Durham office.
• Walkable restaurants near the office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed