Purchasing Coordinator

Overview of the Role

The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for coordinating purchasing and managing inventory of resins raw materials and other production supplies for the Sika Gastonia plant. This role works closely with suppliers production warehouse and other internal teams to maintain appropriate inventory levels support production schedules and ensure materials are available when needed.

What We Are Looking For!

• Purchase resins raw materials and other plant supplies in line with production needs and purchasing procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels usage open orders and projected requirements to help prevent shortages and excess inventory.
• Create and manage purchase orders in SAP S/4HANA.
• Track supplier confirmations lead times deliveries and order changes; follow up on late or at-risk shipments.
• Coordinate with production planning and warehouse teams to understand material requirements and resolve supply issues.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory information in SAP S/4HANA including order and delivery records.
• Communicate with suppliers about pricing availability specifications delivery schedules and order discrepancies.
• Review purchasing and inventory reports identify potential issues and recommend appropriate actions.
• Help resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders receipts invoices or inventory records.
• Support supplier performance reviews cost-control efforts and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow company purchasing processes and applicable safety quality and recordkeeping requirements.

Qualifications :

What You Will Bring!

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management Business Operations or a related field.
• Experience using SAP S/4HANA for purchasing inventory or related supply-chain processes.
• Experience in purchasing procurement inventory control or supply-chain coordination.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills when working with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and standard business software.
• Experience purchasing or managing inventory for resins chemicals raw materials or manufacturing supplies.
• Familiarity with production planning inventory replenishment and supplier lead-time management.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or plant environment.

Additional Information :

Perks & Benefits

• 401k with Generous Company Match 
• Bonuses
• Medical Dental and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off paid holidays
• Floating holidays Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship empowering each individual to make decisions learn from experiences and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe addition Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back minimizing environmental impact and embracing social responsibility

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports inspires and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity age disability national or ethnic origin or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time