Purchasing / Supply Chain Coordinator

Purchasing / Supply Chain Coordinator

We are looking for a highly organized Supply Chain Coordinator to join our team in Cerritos, CA. This position requires a multi-tasking individual to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in import supply chain management and be able to take a proactive approach to all supply chain related processes.

Responsibilities may include:

• Issue purchase orders to vendors and ensure products deliver on time
• Manage and track daily inbound shipment flow from domestic and international vendors to monitor and maintain inventory levels
• Identify cost-related factors through profit and loss analysis reports
• Coordinate and update internal teams on inbound delivery status and schedules
• Communicate with vendors to resolve any issues regarding purchase orders
• Support the updating of all inbound shipping documents and system data integrity
• Collect, organize, edit, and provide data from various computer databases to Supply Chain team members, Sales, Operations team members, and management in order to effectively evaluate processes and performance within the procurement cycle
• Inspect production samples, handling quality control issues

Successful candidates will have:

• 2+ years of experience in Sourcing, Procurement, and International Logistics
• Full-time college or university education/vocational school training in business or a job-related field
• Strong proficiency in MS Office-based programs, specifically Microsoft Excel
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and handle multiple priorities
• Strong analytical skills and experience in international logistics
• Import knowledge dealing directly with carriers and customs brokers
• Must have excellent English communication skills.
• Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cerritos, CA 90703: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Preferred)
• Supply chain: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

About IPS Industries, Inc.

IPS Industries has been a leading global manufacturer in the packaging industry since 1985. Operating three strategically located distribution centers nationwide, IPS Industries is a minority-owned and operated corporation, headquartered in Cerritos, CA.

Our mission is to offer the most extensive line of high-quality packaging with service that exceeds every expectation and lowers the overall cost of ownership to our valued customers.

Our product lines consist of customizable packaging for major retailers, supermarkets, restaurants, airlines, hotels, hospitals, and industrial sectors along with packaging solutions in the home improvement and automotive industries.

On top of our commitment to providing quality solutions, IPS is also dedicated to making sure we continue to strive to bring new and innovative products to the packaging industry, along with offering sustainable packaging solutions that challenge each process of our supply chain to be energy efficient and on top of recycling practices.

We offer great employee benefits including 401(k), vacation, sick leave, medical, dental & life insurance. If you are a motivated individual looking for a challenging opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.