Purchasing Coordinator

Description

Glacier Supply Group is a - GROWING - Family-Owned, Wholesale Distributor of Heating & A/C (HVAC) products.

Headquartered in Spokane, WA, with Branches in Clarkston, Pasco, Wenatchee, Coeur D’Alene, Kalispell and Bozeman.  We supply HVAC contractors with a full selection of equipment, exceptional service, technical support, job site delivery and training.  Ultimately, giving the homeowner the comfort, they expect.  To learn more visit: https://www.glaciersg.com/aboutus

We are an independent, family-owned company who takes pride in building meaningful, lifelong relationships with our customers, vendors, and each other.  In 2021, the long legacies of Thrifty Supply (70 years) and Black’s Wholesale (80 years) were relaunched as Glacier Supply when Seth and Leanne Gordon became third generation owners.  The Glacier Family now has over 70 employees with a dedicated and committed team that is focused on adding value to our customers and their businesses.

The backbone of that value comes from our Core Values:

Work Together - We work together as a team to deliver results to our customers.

Do the Right Thing - We believe that reputation outweighs profit every time.

Do What You Say - We take ownership of our words, our actions, and our results.

Move Smart - We move with purpose and care to serve our customers.

Chase Better - We believe in improving ourselves and the way we serve our customers. 

Glacier Supply Offers:

· Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance  

· 401K with company match

· Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and a Birthday Paid Day  

Our Current Opportunity:

We are seeking a detail oriented and proactive Purchasing Coordinator to join the Glacier Supply team. In this role, you will assist the purchasing department by providing crucial support to buyers and purchasing agents. You will be responsible for building and maintaining item records, shared inbox management, purchase order maintenance, route truck replenishment, and database record integrity. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong multi-tasking abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive positive attitude in assisting with product and price record maintenance as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Item Record Management: Create, update, and maintain accurate item records in ERP system, ensuring that all necessary product details are accessible and meaningful.

Shared Inbox Administration: Serve as primary point of contact for internal stakeholders by responding to requests to the shared inbox

Purchase Order Maintenance: Create, update, and track purchase orders with accuracy and efficiency

Vendor Coordination: Communicate with vendors to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery information for products.  Assist with resolving any issues that arise during the purchasing process.

Process Improvement: Assist in identifying opportunities to streamline procurement processes and improve efficiency in the purchasing department.

Requirements

Skills:

     Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

     Ability to manage multiple priorities

     Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

     Proficiency in Microsoft Office O365 products, and Prophet 21 ERP is a plus

Experience: Previous experience in wholesale distribution, purchasing, procurement, or administrative support is preferred but not required.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is a plus.