Join Knight as a Procurement Coordinator!Pay Range: $19.50 - $23.00 HourlySchedule: M-F 7:00 AM - 4:00 PMLocation: Onsite 2002 W Wahalla Lane Phoenix, AZ 85027What we offer:Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.Potential bonus pay based on company performance.Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes:401(K)Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life InsurancePaid Time OffEmployee Stock Purchase PlanJob Responsibilities: What you will doIdentify and support supply chain initiatives, cost savings and process improvements for the company.Prepare for accounting deadlines; ensure accuracy of general ledger coding/alignment of entries within system of record for commodities, including but not limited to, uniforms, coffee, office supplies, printed materials and third‑party expenses.Participate in sourcing and consolidating commodities with new or existing suppliers, benefiting in pricing, processing, customer service, goods or service solutions and improvement opportunities.Place orders directly with suppliers as needed for various departments. Provide problem resolution on goods/service issues and invoice errors; effectively communicate issues and resolution to suppliers as appropriate.Review expired or soon to be expiring contracts; collaborate with business owners and leadership to address potential needs for sourcing, negotiating or terminating contracts, depending on the business requirements of the organization.Maintain contracts on file and in system of record to ensure documents are accurately organized, labeled, retained and updated.Identify and provide ongoing suggestions for process improvements for the company.Distribute communications as necessary; write and distribute accurate meeting minutes as requested by leadership.Maintain login and password information for vendor accounts.Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the success of business operations in order to meet company demands and expectations.Collaborate with business owners / units; negotiate to find other suppliers to get the best cost, quality and service for the business owners.Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.Qualifications: What you need to bringThree to five (3‑5) years office and retail experience required. General knowledge of procurement and contract experience required. Retail sales background considered a plus.Bachelor's degree preferred.Proficient with cash register; general knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel and AS400 system; basic contract knowledge; high level of keyboard accuracy and speed; good verbal and written communication skills; thorough and detail oriented; ability to work under pressure; good interpersonal skills; ability to work on various projects at once; flexible; must be able to manually lift 40 lbs.The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. The Company does not sponsor employment visas.#J-18808-Ljbffr