What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Coordinator - Residential Maintenance position at Anderson Communities Inc?
Job Summary:
The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for the purchase of consumable and non-consumable tools and products for the Maintenance department, as well as Dispatch support.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Research and purchase consumable and non-consumable tools and products in support of maintenance services
- Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors, suppliers, manufacturers and account representatives
- Regularly audit supplier performance for competitive pricing, and reliable delivery
- Coordinate procurement activities within Resident Services
- Maintain designated inventory control systems, including Purchase Order processes, BarCloud and physical inventories across multiple shops and facilities
- Conduct physical inventory audits and reconciliations
- Research and resolve invoice discrepancies
- Provide backup support for Dispatch during absences and busy periods as needed and directed
- Coordinate Appliance warranty support and service requests with manufacturers and distributors
- Assist with activation, maintenance and deactivation of company responsible utility accounts
- Resolve purchasing, shipment and product quality issues to minimize operation disruptions
- Collaborate with other departments to support organizational needs
- Ability to perform duties in accordance with Safety and OSHA requirements
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent computer and customer service skills
- Strong attention to detail
Education and Experience:
- Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting preferred
- Inventory control, purchasing or account reconciliation experience preferred
- Prior experience with BarCloud, MS Excel Spreadsheets or Entrata preferred
- Working knowledge of residential maintenance services/taskings preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Must have adequate sight and hearing to properly interpret data, operate office equipment, complete record keeping
- Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so that others will understand
- Must be able to observe details at close range and/or identify objects, people at a distance.
- Must be able to transport up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to remain in a stationary, standing position for long periods of time
- Must be able to travel and conduct inspections or meet clients at various locations
- Must be able to traverse various properties, including ascending/descending stairs
- Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions
Excellent Pay & Benefits:
- Full benefit package available after 30 days! (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, etc.)
- 50% Medical Reimbursement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Competitive pay scale
- Generous PTO package
- 401K match!
- Rent discount at any property
Salary : $18 - $22