Purchasing Coordinator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Missouri.

📋 Description

• Manage the purchasing and inventory control processes for the warehouse.

• Order and receive goods and parts into the inventory system.

• Negotiate and secure pricing for necessary materials.

• Confirm incoming shipments against bills of lading and invoices.

• Maintain records of received goods and report any damaged items or shortages.

• Ensure the warehouse is organized and well-maintained.

• Use Yardi software to track and manage inventory.

• Review and process purchase orders, bills of lading, and invoices efficiently.

• Conduct audits on all items received.

• Collaborate with the accounts payable coordinator to ensure timely processing of paperwork and obtain vendor credits as needed.

• Coordinate shipments with ground carriers.

• Establish new inventory items and update item costs within the inventory system.

• Distribute parts and manage building and unit keys for vendors and the maintenance team.

• Carry out other assigned duties.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification, or a combination of education and/or experience.

• No specific certification or professional license is required.

• No particular work experience is necessary.

• Preferred: 3 years of experience in a warehouse setting.

• Proficiency in Data Management.

• Ability to multitask effectively.

• Strong oral communication skills.

• Competence in relationship management.

• Effective time management abilities.

• Good written communication skills.

• Familiarity with Yardi software.

• External candidates must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check and other applicable checks.

• Capability to perform essential job functions satisfactorily.

🏝️ Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation.

• 10 recognized holidays.

• Sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and reduced copays/coinsurance.

• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• Defined contribution 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with employee and university contributions starting at 7%.

• Participation in wellness challenges.

• Annual health screenings.

• Access to mental health resources.

• Availability of mindfulness programs and courses.

• Employee assistance program (EAP).

• Financial resources available.

• Access to dietitians.

• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.

• Family care resources for ongoing childcare needs.

• Resources for adult care.

• Tuition coverage for employees and their families, including up to 100% coverage for dependent undergraduate-level college tuition at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years.