Coordinator, Purchasing

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. SUMMARY: The Purchasing Coordinator will coordinate and manage activities during the purchasing process, such as creating purchase orders, monitoring transportation and invoice creation and follow-through. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following: Design and maintain vendor reports and evaluate all issues and assist to prepare all data reports for all purchasing system and manage all buying trends. Coordinate with supervisor and provide support to all product research programs and assist to obtain all required approvals and maintain all spreadsheets and evaluate all corrections for same and establish all best purchase activities. Evaluate purchase orders and ensure accuracy in all SKU and product plan and maintain track of receipts from various locations and maintain an efficient packaging guide according to vendor regulations. Collaborate with shipping department to ensure compliance to shipping dates and deadlines and maintain satisfaction of all consumers and monitor delivery of all products according to schedule and maintain quality standards of all products. Monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of products and maintain accuracy in vendor data in inventory control module. Manage communication with vendors and track all orders and resolve any issues. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position will not have supervisory responsibility. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Required High school diploma Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent computer skills, which includes Microsoft Office Suite Preferred Purchasing experience George’s is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search, apply or interview for a career opportunity with the Company, please send an email to compliance@georgesinc.com or call 479-927-7000 to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information to assist you We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans Welcome to George’s! We are excited you are here. For over 100 years, we have been passionate about producing high-quality, nutritious chicken products. Want to know our secret ingredient? Our people. Behind every success story, & company milestone, our people lead the way. As a multi-generational, family-owned company, we believe that "family" extends beyond traditional boundaries. Here, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity and are dedicated to providing a supportive environment where you can grow, learn, and be recognized for your hard work. Our products are beloved across the United States, reaching countless families through restaurant chains. At George’s, you have the chance of becoming a part of something bigger than yourself. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact locally while also seeing the influence of your work on a global scale. Welcome to George’s, where you’re not just joining a company—you’re becoming part of our family. We’re excited to grow together with you!