Company Overview:
American Wholesale Fenceworks is a leading provider of high-quality fencing solutions, serving customers nationwide with a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. With a focus on innovation and reliability, we deliver a wide range of fencing products to meet the diverse needs of our clients, from residential homeowners to commercial developers and contractors. Our dedication to quality craftsmanship, superior materials, and exceptional service has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner in the fencing industry. Join our team at American Wholesale Fenceworks and become part of a company that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Job Overview:
Join our team at American Wholesale Fenceworks as a Purchasing Coordinator, where you'll play a pivotal role in supporting our procurement activities. This position involves managing sourcing, order processes, and cultivating strong relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth operations and alignment with organizational goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Purchase Order Management: Create and maintain accurate purchase orders for goods and services, ensuring adherence to organizational policies and budget constraints.
• Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels to optimize turnover, prevent stockouts, and minimize carrying costs.
• Vendor Performance Evaluation: Assess supplier performance in areas such as timeliness, quality, and customer service, taking corrective actions when necessary.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with various departments to understand purchasing needs and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Documentation: Maintain meticulous records of purchasing transactions, contracts, and vendor communications for auditing purposes and future reference.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with suppliers to facilitate smooth communication, address issues promptly, and drive continuous improvement.
• Sourcing Suppliers: Assist in identifying and evaluating potential suppliers based on quality, price, reliability, and delivery speed.
• Quality Control: Ensure purchased goods meet quality standards through inspections, collaboration with suppliers, and implementation of improvement measures.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- Proven experience in procurement, contract management, and vendor negotiation
- Strong knowledge of MRP systems and logistics processes
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to analyze market trends and make informed purchasing decisions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Preferred Skills:
- Supply chain management
- Contract management
- Logistics
- MRP (Material Requirements Planning)
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor management

If you are a proactive individual with a passion for procurement and vendor relations, we encourage you to apply for the Purchasing Coordinator position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Negotiation: 3 years (Required)
• Purchasing: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Tavares, FL 32778 (Required)

Work Location: In person