Operations Procurement Coordinator

Summary

Provide high-level procurement and administrative support by issuing and tracking purchase orders, handling information requests, and performing other administrative support duties for the US Procurement team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for coordinating the procurement of various supplies and parts to support production and operations across the Tegra factories in the US
• Reviews and analyzes procurement requirements and places orders, accordingly, using appropriate system
• Works with other department personnel, such as Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, etc. to resolve defective or unacceptable goods, document future requirements or technical needs.
• Assists Procurement Manager with administrative processes related to procurement activities including receipt and recordation of responses to procurement actions
• Maintains positive relations with existing suppliers, and contacts suppliers regarding material problems, such as delayed receipt, poor quality, wrong items, etc., and resolves issues
• Assists with monthly and annual reports, requiring accurate record-keeping
• Assists Procurement Manager ensuring delivery of supplies and equipment in a time-efficient manner; Reviews subsequent invoices for accuracy, confirming accurate terms and delivery dates, and other procurement duties as assigned
• Works with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payment of conforming materials received and return/rework of materials that are defective. Approves invoices for payment
• Provide support to the Procurement/Inventory Management team as needed

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and time management skills and solid follow-thru skills
• Must have proficient skills in MS excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Access
• Ability to work with all levels of internal and external customers, rendering excellent customer service and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Must be flexible and have ability to pivot in daily activities to support at once requests.
• Must work well in a team environment and be able to be independent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have excellent attendance and have some flexibility in hours.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Proven and documented skills in MS programs
• 1-2 years of experience in a purchasing position
• Preferred Associate's degree or higher.