Purchasing Coordinator, Edmac - Charlotte, NC
Job description
Passionate people create exceptional things
Did you know that the solutions we develop are a key part of most industries? Electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more.
We´re everywhere! Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations. With our inclusive and caring environment, you get the support and inspiration you need to grow.
Here, your ideas are embraced, and you never stop learning. Interested in being part of our team?
Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow.
The Role
Mission
Assist the purchasing team to ensure product is ordered promptly and delivered based on the needs of the customers. Update expected delivery information based on vendor feedback and customer requests to ensure accurate communication. Manage vendor relationships and follow through with any ordering issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
Roles and Responsibilities
Place accurate purchase orders (PO) with vendors daily
Manage pending backorders to ensure prompt delivery. Proactively reach out to vendors to troubleshoot issues with orders. Solve any issues, including receiving discrepancies, related to incoming POs.
Maintain accurate estimated delivery dates in ERP system (Prophet 21) for incoming POs.
Communicate between sales team and vendor to solve any issues.
Work with vendors to reduce costs of purchased items. Seek out new vendor relationships as needed to ensure lower cost, always focused on customer satisfaction.
Administer the freight claim process, working with Warehouse, Customer Service and Finance teams, to ensure freight claims are correctly processed with freight company and AC insurance.
Daily maintenance and review of Open Purchase Order, Unconfirmed Open PO & Shipment Reports to resolve any issues quickly.
Initiate and respond to any vendor communications via phone and email.
Teamwork. Work together with team members to support the Edmac business, and overall team results.
Contribute to positive Company branding by projecting a knowledgeable, professional, and customer-oriented image to customers.
Perform all duties in accordance with Atlas Copco standards, while always striving to understand the needs and expectations of the customer.
Perform other duties as assigned.
What you can expect from us?
Choose your career with us!
Drive your Career, Explore Opportunities, Realize your Passion . . .
Attractive benefits Include:
- Excellent compensation package, including a flexible benefits plan, and generous 401 (k) retirement plan
- Health insurance/ Dental insurance/ Vision insurance
- Competitive Paid time off
- Life & Disability insurance
- Salary based on knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional technical training provided for the most qualified candidate.
Are we a good fit?
Atlas Copco is a Swedish company. The Swedish human culture still runs through the veins of our 38,000 employees in more than 90 countries. It has a strong family feeling with a warm respect for every individual and we strive for strong diversity. We also invest heavily in our customers, in the environment, ... but first and foremost in our own people. In this way, we provide a stimulating environment in which you can develop your competencies daily. Moreover, our family work atmosphere gives you the flexibility to find an optimal balance between work and private life.
What we expect of you?
Qualifications
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Experience
2+ years of office admin experience and exposure to a business system that allows for familiarization with accounting practices, inventory management, and PO management.
Education
College degree, or equivalent work experience.
Skills
Very strong communication and critical thinking skills; process oriented.
Knowledge of Microsoft suite applications – particularly Excel and Outlook.
PC literate and basic phone and computer skills.
Knowledge of Prophet 21 system is desirable or similar ERP systems.
Self-motivator who follows the work process and who likes to be challenged to solve problems as they arise.
City
Charlotte, NC
Recruiter
[email protected]
Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice
Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.
Atlas Copco Compressors LLC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Atlas Copco Compressors LLC strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. All Atlas Copco Compressors LLC employees, other workers and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits and termination of employment.
