Purchasing Coordinator

Job Summary

The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for processing, tracking, and administrative duties pertaining to inbound and outbound freight within the Import Purchasing Department. May also have direct customer contact to assist in resolving issues and driving sales opportunities.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Assists buyers in the tracking and tracing of orders

Maintains frequent communications with suppliers/providers to ensure efficiencies in information gathering

Maintains all tracking documents/spreadsheets for inbound freight

Assists in developing reports and compiling market information for trades

Prepares various reports and correspondence on a regular basis

Assists in processing reports, documents, and purchases in a timely manner

Assists in cost/rate retrieval for international freight lanes

Assists in assigned special projects

Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Associate's degree or equivalent industry experience.

Minimum of 2 years customer of service experience.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Advanced knowledge in Excel preferred.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.