Purchasing Coordinator Jobs
Purchasing Coordinator jobs are open across manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and logistics, from entry-level to senior coordinator, with specializations in vendor management, inventory control, and procurement compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Logistics & Purchasing Coordinator manages daily inbound and outbound freight activity while supporting routine purchasing of production materials, supplies, and services. The position coordinates carriers, shipment documentation, deliveries, purchase orders, and supplier follow-up to support on-time production and customer deliveries. This is one combined operational role with two distinct areas of responsibility, not a remote/hybrid work arrangement.
Key Responsibilities
Inbound and Outbound Logistics
- Coordinate inbound deliveries with suppliers, freight carriers, receiving, and production teams.
- Arrange outbound shipments, select approved carriers, obtain freight quotes, and schedule pickups based on service and cost requirements.
- Prepare and verify bills of lading, packing lists, shipping labels, tracking information, and other required freight documents.
- Monitor shipment status, resolve delays, shortages, damages, and delivery exceptions, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
- Verify freight invoices and accessorial charges against agreed rates; support freight claims and carrier performance reviews.
- Maintain accurate shipment records, delivery confirmations, and transportation metrics in the ERP/TMS or approved tracking tools.
- Coordinate domestic shipments and assist with international shipment documentation and customs broker communication when applicable.
Purchasing
- Create and maintain purchase orders for approved materials, packaging, MRO items, and services within assigned authorization limits.
- Obtain supplier quotations, compare pricing and lead times, and route sourcing decisions or exceptions to the purchasing manager.
- Confirm purchase order acknowledgments, quantities, prices, and promised delivery dates; follow up on late or incomplete orders.
- Coordinate with planning, inventory control, receiving, and production to support material availability and avoid shortages.
- Assist in resolving supplier discrepancies, invoice/PO mismatches, returns, and quality-related material issues.
- Maintain supplier contact information, purchasing records, and accurate ERP purchase order data.
- Support basic spend analysis, supplier on-time delivery tracking, and cost-saving initiatives.
Cross-Functional Expectations
- Work closely with Warehouse, Production, Planning, Quality, Finance, and Customer Service.
- Follow purchasing approval limits, segregation-of-duties controls, shipping procedures, and company safety policies.
- Escalate supply disruptions, transportation risks, and cost exceptions promptly.
- Support inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and year-end physical inventory as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in supply chain, logistics, or business preferred.
- 1–3 years of experience in shipping, logistics coordination, purchasing support, customer service, or a related operations role preferred. Entry-level candidates with relevant training will be considered.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and basic data entry; ability to learn ERP systems.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, follow-through, and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple shipments and purchase orders in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with an ERP/MRP system and purchase order processing.
- Familiarity with LTL, FTL, parcel shipping, freight classifications, and carrier portals.
- Basic understanding of inventory control, supplier lead times, and manufacturing material flow.
- Exposure to import/export paperwork or international freight coordination.
The Logistics & Purchasing Coordinator manages daily inbound and outbound freight activity while supporting routine purchasing of production materials, supplies, and services. The position coordinates carriers, shipment documentation, deliveries, purchase orders, and supplier follow-up to support on-time production and customer deliveries. This is one combined operational role with two distinct areas of responsibility, not a remote/hybrid work arrangement.
Key Responsibilities
Inbound and Outbound Logistics
- Coordinate inbound deliveries with suppliers, freight carriers, receiving, and production teams.
- Arrange outbound shipments, select approved carriers, obtain freight quotes, and schedule pickups based on service and cost requirements.
- Prepare and verify bills of lading, packing lists, shipping labels, tracking information, and other required freight documents.
- Monitor shipment status, resolve delays, shortages, damages, and delivery exceptions, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
- Verify freight invoices and accessorial charges against agreed rates; support freight claims and carrier performance reviews.
- Maintain accurate shipment records, delivery confirmations, and transportation metrics in the ERP/TMS or approved tracking tools.
- Coordinate domestic shipments and assist with international shipment documentation and customs broker communication when applicable.
Purchasing
- Create and maintain purchase orders for approved materials, packaging, MRO items, and services within assigned authorization limits.
- Obtain supplier quotations, compare pricing and lead times, and route sourcing decisions or exceptions to the purchasing manager.
- Confirm purchase order acknowledgments, quantities, prices, and promised delivery dates; follow up on late or incomplete orders.
- Coordinate with planning, inventory control, receiving, and production to support material availability and avoid shortages.
- Assist in resolving supplier discrepancies, invoice/PO mismatches, returns, and quality-related material issues.
- Maintain supplier contact information, purchasing records, and accurate ERP purchase order data.
- Support basic spend analysis, supplier on-time delivery tracking, and cost-saving initiatives.
Cross-Functional Expectations
- Work closely with Warehouse, Production, Planning, Quality, Finance, and Customer Service.
- Follow purchasing approval limits, segregation-of-duties controls, shipping procedures, and company safety policies.
- Escalate supply disruptions, transportation risks, and cost exceptions promptly.
- Support inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and year-end physical inventory as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in supply chain, logistics, or business preferred.
- 1–3 years of experience in shipping, logistics coordination, purchasing support, customer service, or a related operations role preferred. Entry-level candidates with relevant training will be considered.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and basic data entry; ability to learn ERP systems.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, follow-through, and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple shipments and purchase orders in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with an ERP/MRP system and purchase order processing.
- Familiarity with LTL, FTL, parcel shipping, freight classifications, and carrier portals.
- Basic understanding of inventory control, supplier lead times, and manufacturing material flow.
- Exposure to import/export paperwork or international freight coordination.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in purchasing coordinator jobs.
- Two or more years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain coordination
- Proficiency with ERP or procurement software such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa
- Experience processing purchase orders and managing vendor documentation
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel for tracking inventory and spend data
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or similar credential preferred
Tips for Your Purchasing Coordinator Job Search
Quantify your procurement impact on resumes
Hiring managers for purchasing coordinator roles want to see numbers. Replace phrases like 'managed purchase orders' with specifics about order volume, vendor counts, or cost reductions you contributed to. Generic descriptions get filtered out before an interview.
List procurement software by exact name
Applicant tracking systems screen for specific tool names, so write out every system you've used. SAP Ariba, Oracle Procurement, Coupa, and similar platforms should appear in your skills section exactly as employers list them in job postings.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists purchasing coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your commodity category
Purchasing coordinator roles often specialize by commodity, whether that's raw materials, MRO supplies, or indirect spend. Filter job postings by the category you have the most experience in to avoid wasting applications on roles built around a different supply base.
Prepare for scenario questions about supplier issues
Interviewers frequently ask how you've handled a late shipment, a pricing dispute, or a sole-source situation. Have two or three specific examples ready that show how you escalated, documented, and resolved the issue without delaying operations.
Negotiate by referencing comparable postings
When discussing compensation, reference what similar purchasing coordinator postings in your area and industry are advertising. Framing your ask around market data for the specific role, not just general job titles, signals that you understand procurement labor market conditions.
Purchasing Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most purchasing coordinators?
University of Utah, Seaga Manufacturing, and ACFM are hiring the most purchasing coordinators right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing, healthcare systems, and large retail organizations tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many purchasing coordinator jobs are remote?
About 23% of purchasing coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability skewing toward roles focused on purchase order processing and vendor communication rather than hands-on inventory or receiving work. Positions tied to warehouse or distribution operations are most likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a purchasing coordinator?
Most purchasing coordinators start with a degree in supply chain, business, or a related field, then build experience in an administrative, logistics, or operations support role. Learning to work within an ERP system and understanding basic procurement processes like purchase order creation, vendor onboarding, and three-way matching will put you in a strong position to land your first coordinator role.
Can you get a purchasing coordinator job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level purchasing coordinator roles exist and often consider candidates from adjacent backgrounds like administrative support, customer service, or warehouse operations. Demonstrating familiarity with purchase order processes, attention to detail in documentation, and comfort with Excel or any ERP system will help close the gap when your direct procurement experience is limited.
What does the purchasing coordinator interview process look like?
Most hiring processes for purchasing coordinator roles include an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a technical interview with the procurement manager that covers how you handle purchase orders, vendor relationships, and discrepancies. Some employers add a practical exercise like reviewing a sample invoice or walking through a procurement scenario to assess your process knowledge before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to purchasing coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to purchasing coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and industry background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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