Purchasing Coordinator

Purchasing Coordinator | Procurement & Supply Chain

Buffalo, NY | $23.00–$27.00 per Hour | Full-Time | Temporary Through End of 2026

Parallel Employment Group is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to join our client's team in Buffalo, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or administrative experience who enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing or business environment.

If you're organized, thrive on solving problems, and enjoy coordinating with vendors and internal teams, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Details

• Location: Buffalo, NY (Hybrid)
• Pay: $23.00–$27.00 per hour (based on experience)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. Mondays and Fridays you will be working remotely.
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary through the end of 2026, with potential for extension based on business needs and performance

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily purchasing and procurement activities, including placing, tracking, and expediting purchase orders.
• Create and process purchase orders using ERP/MRP systems.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to ensure the timely delivery of materials and supplies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor files, and procurement reports.
• Research products, pricing, and suppliers to support purchasing decisions.
• Monitor order status and proactively resolve delays or supply issues.
• Reconcile purchasing discrepancies and assist with invoice and order resolution.
• Support inventory control and supply chain operations as needed.
• Ensure purchasing documentation is accurate and up to date.

Requirements

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain coordination is helpful.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas/functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally with vendors and internal teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of accuracy when maintaining records, reports, and documentation.

Parallel Employment Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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