Procurement & Logistics Coordinator

Spherion has an immediate Temp to Hire opening for a Procurement & Logistics Coordinator position in New Iberia, LA. This position is with an oil & gas related company. The Procurement & Logistics Coordinator is a developmental position reporting directly to the Regional Spares Manager. In this role, you will be trained in procurement, logistics, inventory control, ERP processes, vendor management, and warehouse operations.

The goal is to develop the individual into a key support role for the Regional Spares Manager and, over time, assume responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Procurement & Logistics.

Hours:

8:00AM-5:00PM / Monday-Friday

Pay Range: $25.00-$30.00 per hour (Pay Depends on experience)

• Learn and support the Regional Procurement operation and supplier relationships.
• Learn and support the Regional Logistics operation, including warehousing, transportation, and related systems and service providers.
• Process purchase orders and purchasing transactions through the company's ERP system based on approved requisitions.
• Maintain organized warehouse and storage areas and assist with efficient space utilization.
• Purchasing & Vendor Management:
  Evaluate quotes, negotiate terms, process and track purchase orders, and follow up with suppliers regarding lead times and commitments.
• Logistics & Freight Tracking:
  Coordinate inbound/outbound freight documentation, track shipments, and follow up to guarantee timely deliveries.
• Inventory & ERP Maintenance:
  Monitor stock levels, log goods-receipt entries, and maintain precise ERP records for purchasing, inventory, and logistics.
• Cross-Departmental
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with Accounting to resolve billing or receiving discrepancies and maintain excellent working relationships across internal teams and vendors.
• Process Improvement & Professional Development:
  Identify operational efficiencies for the Regional Spares Manager and participate in ongoing training for ERP and supply chain knowledge.
• Facility & Workplace Support:
  Keep work areas safe, clean, and organized while performing additional supply chain duties or overtime as required.
• Work additional hours or overtime when reasonably required by business needs.

• Master Department Workflows:
  Learn core procedures, systems, and operational workflows under the guidance of the Regional Spares Manager.
• Assume Operational Ownership:
  Progressively take charge of routine procurement, logistics, inventory, and warehousing duties as proficiency develops.
• Drive Independent Problem-Solving:
  Cultivate the ability to identify issues autonomously, determine solutions, and manage tasks through to completion.
• Transition to Key Support Lead:
  Evolve into the primary day-to-day support for the Regional Spares Manager while taking on expanded operational leadership.

Procurement experience within oil & gas would be a plus.

4-7 years

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, logistics, inventory control, warehouse operations, customer service, or a related field is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability and willingness to learn ERP systems and company-specific processes.
• Excellent follow-through and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Good reasoning and problem-solving ability.
• Professional, dependable, and accountable work habits.
• Willingness to learn and grow into increased responsibility.
• Ability to work primarily indoors in and open office and warehouse…