Purchasing Coordinator

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

JOB SUMMARY

JR McDade is currently seeking a full-time Purchasing Coordinator to join our team in the construction interior finishes industry. Together with organization and attention to detail, the Purchasing Coordinator manages material orders, in accordance with established processes, and creates an encompassing order among our variety of manufacturers and suppliers that addresses all project timelines. Great opportunity to build on administrative skills and learn about the construction industry. Training provided.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Interpret reports to determine what materials are needed and to ensure timely arrival.
• Communicate and address any delayed or unprocessed material orders to parties of interest.
• Confirm and document confirmation of materials on order.
• Responsively order any urgent materials/supplies upon request.
• Confirm pricing in accordance with corporate pricing agreement.
• Coordinate product file uploads with manufacturers and suppliers, ensuring accurate data upload.
• Manually input product files that are not available in electronic catalogue.
• Follow and enforce all safety policies and procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company guidelines, policies and procedures, and applicable laws. Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 2+ years of administrative experience in areas such as operations, inventory, logistics, purchasing, or sales support.
• 1+ years of purchasing experience preferred.
• Previous work experience with flooring products or construction materials preferred.
• Previous work experience using Microsoft Office applications as a daily requirement.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds without restriction and on a regular basis.
• Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing for training and project updates and to independently handle external and internal requests.
• Math skills acquired through high school diploma or equivalent to understand order quantities, measurements, billing, and customer payments and related financial transactions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit at computer monitor for extended periods throughout the day.
• Must possess the ability to stand for extended periods of time; to reach with hands and arms; to move among and between offices; to handle mail and documents; to sit, stoop, kneel and crouch; to lift and move up to 10 pounds; to see well enough to discern differences in quality of documents and files.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• General working conditions
• May have to meet tight deadlines
• Office environment

OUR BENEFITS

• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• 401(k) Plan with company matching

ADG is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you need any assistance at any point in the application or hiring process due to a disability and you need an accommodation, please email accommodations@adgus.net. Please do not use this email address for any other questions. Only inquiries regarding accommodations will be addressed.