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. 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 #IND456