Job Title: Procurement Coordinator

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Procurement Coordinator to join our dynamic team. This role involves managing the procurement process, ensuring timely receipt of materials, and maintaining effective vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and possess strong analytical skills.

ResponsibilitiesGenerate morning inbound reports.Review inbound raw materials for the upcoming week and update receiving dates accordingly.Collaborate with the shipping department to ensure timely receipt of goods and review tracking information.Verify schedules with Planning to meet Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) needs.Run MRP for current needs, issue purchase orders, and send them to the appropriate vendors.Monitor minimum stock levels on raw materials and packaging items, ensuring timely delivery for production.Update orders based on confirmations and process invoices promptly after goods are received.Update pricing in the system according to vendor price reports or changes when placing purchase orders.Maintain up-to-date vendor profiles in the system with any contact changes.Conduct monthly inventory counts and adjustments for bulk items and packaging.Forecast raw materials and packaging needs for vendors.Perform quarterly reviews of minimum stock levels.Work closely with Purchasing at headquarters for pricing changes or setting up new vendors.Create and place purchase orders based on purchasing information and requirements.Finalize the purchasing process in the system.Maintain vendor contacts and process A/P invoices.Interact constantly with customer service, planning, and production teams to meet schedules.Provide backup to the inventory planner as needed.Analyze, implement, and maintain correct levels of raw materials, balancing production needs with financial responsibility.Address pricing discrepancies with Purchasing.Maintain raw material data in SAP and update item master data as needed.Essential SkillsExperience with purchase orders and ERP systems.Strong communication and writing skills.Ability to manage the purchase order cycle.Experience with data entry, word processing, and spreadsheets.Strong analytical skills.Strong organizational skills.Pragmatic, adaptable, and proactive.Experience with SAP and MRP.Associates degree or equivalent experience.Experience in customer service, data entry, logistics, or vendor management.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with SAP and MRP is preferred.Strong soft skills including analytical, organizational, pragmatic, adaptable, and proactive abilities.Recent graduates with a supply chain degree or candidates with 1+ year of experience in purchasing, logistics, or material planning are encouraged to apply.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saline,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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