R10102617 Purchasing Coordinator (Open)

Location:

Branchburg, NJ (HO) - US Hwy 22 W - Advanced materials

The science of electronics is transforming exponentially through innovation and connectivity around the planet. Every day, breakthroughs are making technologies – from micro-processors, memory chips and flat panels to photovoltaic cells – even smaller and more powerful, opening up countless new possibilities in how the world lives, works and connects. Air Liquide Advanced Materials grows by enabling our customers to innovate. Our ALOHA™ and Voltaix® products are critical to the manufacturer of the newest computer chips required for Big Data and the Internet of Things.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for managing day-to-day procurement operations, including reviewing requisitions, placing purchase orders, and managing vendor relationships for MRO and raw materials. This role focuses on maintaining accurate PO data within ERP systems (preferably SAP), negotiating contract terms within budgetary guidelines, driving cost-reduction initiatives, and cross-functionally resolving invoice and supply chain discrepancies.

Air Liquide is Hiring for a Purchasing Coordinator!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!

Pay Range: $57k - $72k annually
Annual bonus: 5%
Benefits starting on first day
Work Schedule: Hybrid (3 day in office required)

Responsibilities:

Review purchase requisitions, place purchase orders, and follow up with vendors for MRO and raw materials orders
Keep pertinent purchase order information up to date within SAP
Follow up with vendors regarding delivery dates on POs and scheduling releases from blanket orders. Expedites purchases and purchase orders when required.
Review supplier bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority
Maintain certifications for pressure vessels and assist Supply Chain team in providing certifications to vendors
Develop and implement cost reduction ideas for MRO items
Assist the Purchasing Department staff in vendor sourcing and other projects as required
Reconcile any purchase order / invoice discrepancies with AP as needed
Troubleshoot errors within ERP system
Create new part numbers and assist with the setup of new vendors within ERP system
Maintain contractor approval documentation and status
Interfaces with other departments within the organization to resolve issues with purchase orders and purchased items
Assist with the sourcing of capital items for Engineering, R&D, Product Development, etc.
Maintenance of Purchasing documents and procedures

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Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong attention to detail
3+ years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain
Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain accepted in lieu of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong ERP system experience, especially with SAP
Chemical or Electronics industry operations experience
Knowledge of SAP
Proficiency in Google Suite applications

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Us

A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health.

Through the passion and diversity of its people, Air Liquide leverages energy and environment transition, changes in healthcare and digitization, and delivers greater value to all its stakeholders.

Join us for a stimulating experience: you’ll find a world of learning and development opportunities where inventiveness is at the heart of what we do, in an open, collaborative and respectful environment.

Discover what your professional journey at Air Liquide could be here!

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