Procurement Coordinator

Farmers Branch, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Procurement Coordinator composes organizes and places orders with overseas vendors along with maintaining a focus on inventory performance and planning. Additionally coordinate international logistics operations between overseas vendors and System Component SY.

Work Environment:

Works primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential

Physical Demands:

Ability to be punctual and attend work on a regular and consistent basis
Occasionally will be expected to lift large materials not to exceed 40 pounds

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors degree in business administration supply chain management Logistics or related field
3-5 years experience in Purchasing Procurement Logistics or related field

How You Will Help

Review and organize planned purchase orders on a weekly basis to generate lists of material that need to be ordered
Organize orders by vendor and optimal utilization of available container space
Optimize orders with the vendors production schedule and expediate material within the production schedule as needed.
Review order quantities to ensure accuracy and contributing data is of sound standing.
Coordinate defective claims with overseas vendors
Enter and place orders with vendors including confirming shipping instructions for the order on a weekly basis and log the orders details in the logistics log.
Identify and resolve discrepancies on purchase orders; coordinate resolution with SY Operations Supervisor.
Monitor inventory performance metrics such as days of inventory service level and inventory turns.
Organize samples from overseas vendors as needed.
Coordinate delivery of containers with the SY warehouse as well as providing a packing list and supporting documents.
Provide estimated lead times on back-ordered material to internal customers and expedite material as needed.
Coordinate foreign to foreign blind FOB shipments with international sales team.
Maintain weekly reports for departmental staff meeting
Proactively manage document coordination between forwarders brokers vendors and customers
Review documents to verify accuracy and identify any discrepancies including invoices for approval
Review freight invoices for discrepancies and/or follow up with forwarders on questionable/unclear charges.
Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules procedures instructions devices and equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor.
Performs other duties as directed

What You Will Bring

Competencies:

Creates a positive atmosphere in which timely and high-quality communication flows smoothly
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Outstanding organization and documentation skills
Strong critical thinking skills using logic and analysis to identify inventory optimization opportunities
Prioritize and complete a variety of tasks in a timely manner
Excellent verbal written and reading comprehension skill
Knowledge of Incoterms

Skills:
Knowledge of core principles of inventory management and/or procurement
Proficient in Microsoft Office AS400 or D365. Proficiency in Excel pivot tables desired.
Knowledge of basic principles of data analysis such as weighted averages standard deviation frequency tables and etc. are optimal.

Job Benefits

Benefits

Medical Dental Vision and FSA are available after 30 days of employment
401k with company match is available after 90 days of employment
Company-provided Life Insurance is provided for you after 90 days of employment
3 PTO days after 60 days of employment (hourly and non-exempt positions only)
2 weeks of vacation after 6 months of employment
10 paid holidays - including your birthday!
Paid weekly

Required Experience:

Works primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential

Physical Demands:

Ability to be punctual and attend work on a regular and consistent basis
Occasionally will be expected to lift large materials not to exceed 40 pounds

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors degree in business administration supply chain management Logistics or related field
3-5 years experience in Purchasing Procurement Logistics or related field

How You Will Help

Review and organize planned purchase orders on a weekly basis to generate lists of material that need to be ordered
Organize orders by vendor and optimal utilization of available container space
Optimize orders with the vendors production schedule and expediate material within the production schedule as needed.
Review order quantities to ensure accuracy and contributing data is of sound standing.
Coordinate defective claims with overseas vendors
Enter and place orders with vendors including confirming shipping instructions for the order on a weekly basis and log the orders details in the logistics log.
Identify and resolve discrepancies on purchase orders; coordinate resolution with SY Operations Supervisor.
Monitor inventory performance metrics such as days of inventory service level and inventory turns.
Organize samples from overseas vendors as needed.
Coordinate delivery of containers with the SY warehouse as well as providing a packing list and supporting documents.
Provide estimated lead times on back-ordered material to internal customers and expedite material as needed.
Coordinate foreign to foreign blind FOB shipments with international sales team.
Maintain weekly reports for departmental staff meeting
Proactively manage document coordination between forwarders brokers vendors and customers
Review documents to verify accuracy and identify any discrepancies including invoices for approval
Review freight invoices for discrepancies and/or follow up with forwarders on questionable/unclear charges.
Promote a safe workplace by performing all tasks in a safe and thoughtful manner in compliance with all rules procedures instructions devices and equipment and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Maintain vigilance for any hazardous conditions or practices in the workplace and immediately report any unsafe condition or practice to your supervisor.
Performs other duties as directed

What You Will Bring

Competencies:

Creates a positive atmosphere in which timely and high-quality communication flows smoothly
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Outstanding organization and documentation skills
Strong critical thinking skills using logic and analysis to identify inventory optimization opportunities
Prioritize and complete a variety of tasks in a timely manner
Excellent verbal written and reading comprehension skill
Knowledge of Incoterms

Skills:
Knowledge of core principles of inventory management and/or procurement
Proficient in Microsoft Office AS400 or D365. Proficiency in Excel pivot tables desired.
Knowledge of basic principles of data analysis such as weighted averages standard deviation frequency tables and etc. are optimal.