Sourcing Procurement Coordinator

Summary

Job Description

Job Description

** Sourcing & Procurement Coordinator**

** Location:** Lake Forest, CA (Onsite)
** Pay:** $25.00 per hour
** Schedule:** Full-Time | Monday–Friday
** Employment Type:** Temp-to-Permanent

** Position Overview**

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sourcing & Procurement Coordinator to join our growing Material Planning and Purchasing team in Lake Forest, CA.

This position will focus on researching and qualifying suppliers, comparing vendor pricing, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and organizing purchasing data to support informed business decisions.

In addition to sourcing and procurement responsibilities, this individual will work closely with our Material Planner to support purchasing activities, inventory planning, supplier coordination, and day-to-day supply chain operations.

** Key Responsibilities**

** Supplier Sourcing & Vendor Qualification**

• Research, identify, and evaluate new suppliers and vendors.
• Source products and materials from multiple suppliers to identify competitive pricing and purchasing opportunities.
• Assist with vendor qualification by evaluating supplier capabilities, pricing, reliability, product availability, and lead times.
• Request and compare supplier quotations to identify the best overall value.
• Maintain organized supplier records, vendor databases, and qualification documentation.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding product availability, pricing, lead times, and purchasing requirements.

** Pricing Analysis & Cost Optimization**

• Research market pricing and analyze supplier quotations to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Compare pricing, purchasing terms, shipping costs, and supplier capabilities.
• Create and maintain detailed Excel spreadsheets to track and compare vendor pricing.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing costs and supplier selection.
• Support pricing negotiations and assist with cost-reduction initiatives.
• Develop organized reports and recommendations to support purchasing decisions.

** Material Planning & Purchasing Support**

• Assist the Material Planner with daily purchasing and material planning activities.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding open purchase orders, delivery schedules, and outstanding shipments.
• Help maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier information within internal systems.
• Assist with tracking supplier performance, including on-time delivery, pricing accuracy, and product availability.
• Support the Material Planner with purchasing reports, inventory analysis, and other administrative or analytical tasks as needed.

** Data Management & Reporting**

• Develop and maintain organized spreadsheets, supplier databases, and purchasing comparison reports.
• Analyze and organize large amounts of pricing, inventory, and supplier information.
• Create easy-to-understand reports to help management compare purchasing options.
• Identify opportunities to improve data accuracy, reporting efficiency, and purchasing processes.
• Assist with maintaining accurate records of supplier quotations, purchasing activities, and cost comparisons.

** Qualifications**

** Required:**

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, vendor management, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including spreadsheet organization, formulas, and data analysis.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with suppliers.
• Ability to evaluate pricing, compare purchasing options, and organize information effectively.

** Preferred:**

• Experience working in distribution, wholesale, general merchandise, or retail purchasing environments.
• Experience assisting with purchase orders, inventory management, or material planning.
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP) or purchasing software.

** We're looking for someone who:**

• Enjoys researching suppliers and finding competitive pricing.
• Has strong analytical skills and enjoys working with numbers and spreadsheets.
• Can organize large amounts of information into clear, meaningful comparisons.
• Is proactive in identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Communicates effectively with vendors and internal departments.
• Is organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Is comfortable supporting purchasing and material planning activities.
• Is eager to learn and grow within procurement and supply chain operations.

** Apply today to join our growing team!**

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

** Sourcing & Procurement Coordinator**

** Location:** Lake Forest, CA (Onsite)
** Pay:** $25.00 per hour
** Schedule:** Full-Time | Monday–Friday
** Employment Type:** Temp-to-Permanent

** Position Overview**

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sourcing & Procurement Coordinator to join our growing Material Planning and Purchasing team in Lake Forest, CA.

This position will focus on researching and qualifying suppliers, comparing vendor pricing, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and organizing purchasing data to support informed business decisions.

In addition to sourcing and procurement responsibilities, this individual will work closely with our Material Planner to support purchasing activities, inventory planning, supplier coordination, and day-to-day supply chain operations.

** Key Responsibilities**

** Supplier Sourcing & Vendor Qualification**

• Research, identify, and evaluate new suppliers and vendors.
• Source products and materials from multiple suppliers to identify competitive pricing and purchasing opportunities.
• Assist with vendor qualification by evaluating supplier capabilities, pricing, reliability, product availability, and lead times.
• Request and compare supplier quotations to identify the best overall value.
• Maintain organized supplier records, vendor databases, and qualification documentation.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding product availability, pricing, lead times, and purchasing requirements.

** Pricing Analysis & Cost Optimization**

• Research market pricing and analyze supplier quotations to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Compare pricing, purchasing terms, shipping costs, and supplier capabilities.
• Create and maintain detailed Excel spreadsheets to track and compare vendor pricing.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing costs and supplier selection.
• Support pricing negotiations and assist with cost-reduction initiatives.
• Develop organized reports and recommendations to support purchasing decisions.

** Material Planning & Purchasing Support**

• Assist the Material Planner with daily purchasing and material planning activities.
• Follow up with suppliers regarding open purchase orders, delivery schedules, and outstanding shipments.
• Help maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier information within internal systems.
• Assist with tracking supplier performance, including on-time delivery, pricing accuracy, and product availability.
• Support the Material Planner with purchasing reports, inventory analysis, and other administrative or analytical tasks as needed.

** Data Management & Reporting**

• Develop and maintain organized spreadsheets, supplier databases, and purchasing comparison reports.
• Analyze and organize large amounts of pricing, inventory, and supplier information.
• Create easy-to-understand reports to help management compare purchasing options.
• Identify opportunities to improve data accuracy, reporting efficiency, and purchasing processes.
• Assist with maintaining accurate records of supplier quotations, purchasing activities, and cost comparisons.

** Qualifications**

** Required:**

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, vendor management, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including spreadsheet organization, formulas, and data analysis.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with suppliers.
• Ability to evaluate pricing, compare purchasing options, and organize information effectively.

** Preferred:**

• Experience working in distribution, wholesale, general merchandise, or retail purchasing environments.
• Experience assisting with purchase orders, inventory management, or material planning.
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP) or purchasing software.

** We're looking for someone who:**

• Enjoys researching suppliers and finding competitive pricing.
• Has strong analytical skills and enjoys working with numbers and spreadsheets.
• Can organize large amounts of information into clear, meaningful comparisons.
• Is proactive in identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Communicates effectively with vendors and internal departments.
• Is organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Is comfortable supporting purchasing and material planning activities.
• Is eager to learn and grow within procurement and supply chain operations.

** Apply today to join our growing team!**