Purchasing Coordinator - Domestic

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GRISWOLD INDUSTRIES
Job Description
Purchasing Coordinator-Domestic

JOB DIMENSIONS:
Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Domestic Purchasing Coordinator to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and other goods and services from domestic suppliers to ensure uninterrupted production operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to supplier and inventory management.

Reports to:
Purchasing Manager

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and process purchase orders for goods and materials from domestic suppliers.
• Work closely with production planners to align purchases with manufacturing forecasts and capacity.
• Communicate with domestic suppliers to confirm order details, lead times, delivery dates, and resolve discrepancies.
• Track and expedite open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery; manage backorders and shortages efficiently.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery conditions with suppliers to secure optimal pricing.
• Maintain purchasing records in ERP/MRP systems and ensure data accuracy for reporting and analysis.
• Collaborate with warehouse, logistics, receiving, and accounting teams to resolve delivery or invoicing issues.
• Assist in identifying new vendors and alternative sources of supply as needed.
• Facilitate cross-department collaboration to ensure seamless procurement processes and alignment with organizational goals.
• Regular punctuality, attendance, and absence reporting in conformance with company policies is essential to the successful performance of this position; and
• Fully comply with company rules, policies, procedures, and safety guidelines to ensure safe and effective operations.
• Participate in the improvement of department processes and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:

• Strong understanding of materials planning, BOMs, and production processes.
• Working knowledge of quality control, vendor compliance, CofC, MTR’s, MRR’s and purchasing best practices.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and experience with ERP or procurement software.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of logistics or inventory management.
• Associate’s degree in related field or equivalent training and/or experience. Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in a purchasing or procurement role, highly preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Prior experience purchasing metals, plastics, electronic components, or industrial parts is preferred.
• Ability to read and understand CAD drawings.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Problem-solving skills and resourcefulness.
• Effective time management to meet deadlines and handle urgent requests.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across departments.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, photocopiers, and other applicable devices.
• Most tasks are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled office environment.
• Ability to work (sit and/or stand) at a desk for most of the workday, walking and/or standing may be required for the remainder of the day. Length of time performing these physical requirements may vary from day to day and task to task.
• Requires grasping, writing, sitting, standing, walking, repetitive motions, pulling, pushing, listening, and hearing ability, and visual acuity.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or carry boxes of office supplies, files, etc. up to 15 lbs.; ability to stretch, bend, and stoop.
• Reasonable accommodation provided upon request.

Special Requirements: none

Griswold Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer - BY CHOICE

Griswold Industry’s VEVRAA AAP is available to any employee or applicants for employment to inspect upon request. • The AAP is available for inspection in the Human Resources office, located at 860 W. 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, between the hours of 7:00am and 2:00pm, Monday through Friday, with the exception of holidays and shutdown periods.

The pay range represents the low and high end of the salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this position at the time of posting. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, education, skills, qualifications, performance, and business or organizational needs.