Purchase Coordinator Ii (Remote) - R6575

Job Summary
The Purchase Coordinator II assists with purchase orders, reviews invoices, monitors vendor invoicing, and takes a proactive role in continuous improvement of the ERP system.
Essential Functions

• Assist with purchase orders(POs) by verifying accuracy of line details and price against executed contracts
• Appropriately identify goods and services that are subject to sales tax
• Appropriately track expense details incurred but not yet paid and provide for financial monthly/ yearly results
• Manage and reconcile departmental spend within standard, blanket, or project purchase orders
• Reconcile monthly open POs for sufficient funding and/or closing
• Perform any other job related instruction as requested
• Review invoices for price and/or quantity discrepancies and follow guidelines to resolve discrepancies, with a focus of reducing discrepancies
• Review and interpret contracts accurately to create purchase orders
• Process purchase requisitions and contract shells with appropriate cost center/ project and GL account coding
• Manage all coordination with Finance and Vendor Management for Purchasing and Accounts Payable procedures and processes
• Maintain open lines of communication by establishing and building relationships with internal customers and vendors
• Maintain policy compliance for Purchase Orders
• Take a proactive role in continuous improvement of the ERP System and Purchasing processes
• Verify receipt of goods and services in a timely manner
• Monitor vendor on time invoicing and accuracy; escalates as necessary to Vendor Management if chronic issues are identified
• Ensure timely closeout of Purchase Orders
• Support, review and manage renewal schedule for contracts with Business Owners and Vendor Management

Education And Experience

• Associates degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience is required
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Sourcing, Accounts Payable, or Accounting is required

Competencies, Knowledge And Skills

• Strong problem solving skills with attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products
• Strong interpersonal skills and high level of professionalism
• Strong sourcing or contract expertise and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management
• Effective listening and critical thinking skills
• Effective relationship management skills
• Proactive and self-directed time management with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated SAP or purchasing system knowledge including process/functionality and the ability to test new functionality
• Working knowledge of financial results and impacts
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Familiarity with contracts and ability to understand and accurately interpret details
• Ability to develop, prioritize and accomplish goals
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Licensure And Certification

• None

Working Conditions

• General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Compensation Range
$43,800.00 - $70,200.00
Compensation Type
Hourly