What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Coordinator position at Erwin Electric?
About the Role
Erwin Electric is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to support our Residential and Service Departments with purchasing, material coordination, and administrative support. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping projects organized, communicating with vendors, and ensuring field teams have what they need to work efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Manage purchasing for the Residential and Service Departments, including sourcing materials, obtaining pricing, and placing orders.
Track material deliveries, backorders, and lead times to ensure timely project support.
Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, receipts, and inventory as needed.
Coordinate with project managers, service technicians, and field personnel to confirm material needs.
Communicate with vendors and suppliers to resolve issues, verify product availability, and request quotes.
Assist with updating project files, job folders, and material logs in company systems.
Support administrative tasks such as data entry, scheduling deliveries, and organizing documentation.
Help identify cost-saving opportunities by comparing pricing and monitoring frequently purchased items.
Provide consistent updates to the Purchasing Manager and ensure alignment with department standards.
Qualifications
Some knowledge of electrical materials and components (residential/service experience a plus).
Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office and/or project management systems.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines.
Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.
Prior purchasing or coordination experience preferred, but not required.
Benefits
Competitive pay ($20–$22/hr)
Opportunities for growth within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Training provided
Comprehensive company benefits package
Recruiter Policy
Erwin Electric, Inc. does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from third-party agencies, headhunters, or recruiters. Any such submissions will not be subject to payment or consideration. Please refrain from contacting hiring managers directly.
Salary : $20 - $22