Entry Level Supply Chain Coordinator, 2027 - Buffalo

Turner Construction Company•Buffalo, NY

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Entry Level Supply Chain Coordinator assists with equipment and product procurement and supply chain services for assigned projects in coordination with the SourceBlue team. The role supports procurement package reviews, vendor bid processes, submittal and shop drawing reviews, site and factory visits, supply chain data and systems, project documentation, change order reviews, vendor prequalification, and project closeout. The position is based in a Turner office or project location in Buffalo, New York; it is not remote or hybrid. Limited travel is required as needed, and the posting lists 10–20% travel involved.

Requirements

Be pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, another related degree program, or a related field; alternatively, have a minimum of 2 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Have exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to document and manage accurate, timely information.
Use work hours efficiently, ask questions, request prioritization of responsibilities, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
Be willing to learn about the company, business operations, culture, and core values.
Be proactive and eager to tackle new projects and ideas, and flexible and adaptable to work assignments.
Be able to work independently with management oversight and in a team environment.
Apply active listening skills and communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally.
Travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

Supply Chain experience and/or internship or co-op experience in the construction industry.
General knowledge of Supply Chain operations and construction products, such as architectural, mechanical, and electrical products.

Responsibilities

Assist with reviews of equipment and procurement packages for compliance with drawings and specifications.
Track and document product-related issues raised by clients, Owner’s Representatives, designers, consultants, General Contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and inspectors; escalate issues to the appropriate supervisor.
Assist with preparing scopes of work, coordination matrices, and bid response forms for vendor bid packages.
Assist with reviews of project submittals and shop drawings to identify findings that are misaligned with contract specifications.
Visit project sites to observe product quality and placement.
Visit manufacturers’ factories to observe Factory Witness Tests and learn about product development and specifications.
Assist with supply chain heat mapping, vendor databases, resiliency systems, equipment tracking, and other business products and services.
Enter data to update and maintain master procurement data, including pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules.
Follow standardized processes to develop and maintain project documentation, including equipment tracking logs, project budget reports, cost reports, RFIs, change order logs, and closeout logs.
Assist with change order reviews, including independent analyses, estimates for vendor requests, approvals, and conflict resolutions; submit items to the SourceBlue Manager for approval.
Assist with vendor prequalification as requested.
Participate in project closeout and help prepare and evaluate final project records, including RFIs, closeout records, warranties, as-builts, spare parts, O&M product manuals, and inventory, for compliance with contract documents.
Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.