Location
Akron, OH | United States
Job description
The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and completing support activities related to purchasing and inventory management topics.
This position is based out of our corporate office in Akron, OH, and allows for a flexible in office and remote work schedule.
Primary Job Responsibilities
• Resolve shipping and receiving discrepancies for suppliers and ensure credits are received when applicable.
• Assist with setting safety stock minimums, stock flags, moqs, buy multiples and other purchasing data maintenance.
• Create and distribute purchasing and inventory management reports and key performance indicators.
• Create transfers for product as needed to minimize stock outs and maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Assist the buyers with the creation and maintenance of SKU items/kits.
• Maintain master tracking sheet for import product shipments. Update system expected receipt dates and provide updates for the sales teams regarding product availability.
• Review invoices and create payment requests for non-domestic suppliers.
• Complete supplier credit applications as needed.
• Maintain supplier payment terms and COIs on SharePoint.
• Contact suppliers for missing shipment docs / provide compliance information to forwarders when requested.
• Provide assistance for non-stock and warranty returns and supplier credits as needed.
• Assist with other projects as needed.
Required Experience and Skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Data entry experience and skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Thoroughness and attention to detail
• Ability to analyze information
• General math skills
Preferred Experience and Skills
• Inventory software knowledge
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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