Purchasing Coordinator (JR 5051)
Purchasing Coordinator (JR 5051)
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JR 5051
Purchasing Coordinator
Los Angeles CA
Salary: $24.00 to $30.00 per hour
Pay Frequency:24 Pay Periods Per Year
Full Time
NonExempt
Driving Required
Lower end of range will apply to candidates who meet minimum experience or have limited years of relevant experience. The higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of relevant experience.
PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Procurement team as the Purchasing Coordinator at the Los Angeles RHC office location.
ABOUT PATH
Since its foundation in 1984 PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention street outreach employment preparation and placement assistance individualized case management supportive services interim housing and permanent supportive housing.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Purchasing Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the procurement and vendor coordination of PATH. This position assists the Associate Director of Purchasing in overseeing procurement operations across multiple sites ensuring compliance with internal and external guidelines and facilitating effective communication with vendors. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational time management and interpersonal skills. Position Responsibilities include:
- Track requisitions for ongoing requests for goods/service delivery.
- Coordinate with vendors to maintain accounts communicate challenges push to management for negotiations and escalated matters.
- Assist supervisor with inventory management/replenishment across multiple PATH sites.
- Assist with managing department external inbox.
- Submit purchasing card expenses weekly.
- Process returns and credits.
- Work on special projects as needed.
WHAT YOU BRING
Were looking for candidates with:
- Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data identifying trends patterns and insights to inform decisionmaking. Ability to consistently produce highquality work ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
- Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues participants and stakeholders. Work effectively with others contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
- Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs engages and maintains their attention.
- Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations identify key issues consider alternatives and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
- Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards demonstrating honesty integrity and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working in big budget complex nonprofit grant invoicing and compliance.
- Familiarity with Sage Intacct accounting software.
- Familiarity with various federal state county and city grant financial requirements and systems
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in finance accounting or a related field
- One (1) years of experience in finance accounting or a related field
- OR in lieu of formal education: Three (3) years of experience in in finance accounting or arelated field
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Regardless of qualifications candidates must:
- Have employment eligibility verification
- Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
- Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire:
- Tuberculosis Test
- Background Screening
- Drug Test
DRIVING
Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role all candidates must:
- Have reliable transportation
- A valid drivers license
- Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
- The ability to qualify for PATHs insurance coverage
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Hourly
