Purchasing Coordinator

We are a Los Angeles based e-commerce company in consumer products with multiple brands and sites looking for a Purchasing Coordinator to join the team.

You will be part of the Operations team and working to help coordinate and facilitate anything having to do with Operations which, in our company, encompasses a broad area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast paced and busy environment with talented individuals.

We require a high degree of common sense, attention to detail, and curiosity to solve problems. You must be process orientated and be able to identify the need for and establish systems where needed. Your role will mainly be to purchase products with suppliers and working hand in hand with the Operations Manager.

Duties include:
- Creating and submitting purchase orders with suppliers
- Communicating and building a strong relationship with suppliers
- Negotiating with suppliers
- Improving purchasing processes
- Inventory management
- Coordinate with freight forwarders to consolidate Pos
- Assist logistics and/or customer care in tracking and coordinating deliveries
- Conducts follow-up expediting by providing a weekly summary of estimated delivery dates, resolves issues concerning late deliveries, and applies trace and escalation procedures for overdue purchase orders
- Other tasks assigned by Supply Chain Manager

Skills we are looking for:
- Solid experience in International Logistics/Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain function
- Strong Math skills
- Strong Excel skills
- Attention-to-detail
- Complex problem-solving skills
- Must be open to learning and exploring a variety of Supply Chain business areas


To apply:
Kindly send your updated resume & cover letter.