Purchasing Coordinator

Overview

Triple-S Steel is a family-owned business that has grown into one of the largest suppliers of structural steel products in the country. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and strong core values, we pride ourselves on creating a culture where team members are empowered to make a difference and grow professionally.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

We are seeking a motivated Purchasing Coordinator to join our team. If you are detail oriented, have a background in purchasing and want to join an established company with growth opportunites and excellent benefits we want to speak with you.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Our company offers great benefits, from tuition reimbursement to training and development opportunities. We also offer medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, commuter, long-term disability and group life insurance programs. Come join our team!

Compensation:$18.00 -$21.00 per hour

jeanine.moore@sss-steel.comJob closes 08.30.2026

Responsibilities

• Optimize all inbound material flows by coordinating daily with operations, sales, traffic departments and outside service providers.
• Manage transfer orders between internal/external warehouses and for inbound material from the port and transload facilities.
• Enter outside processing purchase orders e.g. for leveling of coils.
• Regularly review open purchase orders to keep due dates and open order balances current.
• Follow up on order status with mill representatives and expedite shipments as needed.
• Obtain missing documents e.g., bills of lading and test reports from mills and other vendors.
• Assist with pre-receiving of railcar shipments and uploading of test reports.
• Enter purchase orders based on assortments provided by Director of Purchasing and Junior Buyer.
• Serve as point person for the sales team to facilitate buyout transactions and spot buys from local mills to fill customer orders.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proficient in relevant software applications (e.g., ERP systems, Microsoft Office).
• Ability to prioritize with minimal supervision.