Purchasing Coordinator

Description We are looking for a detail-focused Purchasing Coordinator to join a growing team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This contract position offers a path to a permanent role and supports purchasing and supply chain operations by keeping transactional data accurate, coordinating program activities, and helping teams stay aligned on priorities and deliverables. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

- Maintain accurate purchasing and supply chain records by entering, updating, and validating operational information in company systems.

- Review completed transactions to confirm data quality, resolve inconsistencies, and ensure records are complete and properly documented.

- Process daily purchasing and logistics-related transactions, including updates tied to orders, shipments, delivery timing, and supporting documentation.

- Track assigned program activities, open issues, vendor-related concerns, and quality matters through follow-up and resolution.

- Partner with procurement, customer service, logistics, and operations teams to keep work moving smoothly across functions.

- Prepare and distribute reports, meeting notes, presentations, and other operational documents for internal and external stakeholders.

- Maintain shared tracking files, organize records according to established procedures, and flag exceptions that require leadership attention.

- Contribute to process improvements by identifying workflow gaps, refining documentation, and supporting more efficient administrative practices. Requirements - 3+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, logistics, operations coordination, or a related business function.

- Hands-on experience with purchase orders, purchasing activities, vendor coordination, and supply chain support processes.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

- Advanced organizational ability with close attention to detail and a consistent approach to data accuracy.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, analysis, and reporting, along with experience using ERP or cloud-based business systems.

- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

- Familiarity with supply chain management and logistics processes, including documentation, reporting, and transaction support. Talent Match®

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