Sr. Purchasing Coordinator at PGP International Inc

, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Material Sourcing, Purchasing, Order Management, Microsoft Dynamics (DAX), Supplier Relations, Contract Negotiation, Logistics Coordination, Strategic Sourcing, Import/Export Documentation, Inventory Management, Market Analysis, Analytical Skills, Planning, Prioritization, Communication, Compliance

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Description Sr. Purchasing Coordinator - Material Supply Location: Evansville, IN Reports to: Supply Planning Manager Department: Operations - Supply Planning Type: Full Time SALARY BASED ON EXPERIENCE About PGP International PGP International, an ABF Ingredients Company, is seeking a Senior Purchasing Coordinator to join our growing team. This role is based in Evansville, IN, supporting both the Evansville and Woodland, CA manufacturing facilities. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Requirements Key Responsibilities: Direct Material Sourcing & Purchasing Lead sourcing and purchasing for Food Ingredients and Packaging. Collaborate with Category Leader, Production Planning, Operations, Logistics, Finance, Quality Assurance, and New Product Development to define specifications and negotiate terms, pricing, delivery, and quality with suppliers. Support procurement of indirect items as needed and provide coverage during holidays/vacations. Order Management & Systems Use Microsoft Dynamics (DAX) to establish material requirements, execute purchase orders, expedite orders, and follow up on open orders. Communicate order status with internal teams and train others on DAX functions. Coordinate import/export documentation and payments and liaise with relevant agencies as needed (e.g., FDA, Customs, etc). Supplier Relations & Contracts Provide forecasted supply requirements to suppliers. Reconcile supplier contracts and agreements. Review orders for completeness, accuracy, and compliance. Logistics & Delivery Coordination Coordinate delivery schedules with suppliers and internal logistics to meet deadlines. Supplier Setup & Strategic Sourcing Participate in setting up new suppliers and items. Identify and research alternative suppliers to meet strategic needs. Use e-sourcing tools (RFPs, RFQs) to identify best value sources of supply Compliance & Quality Work closely with Regulatory & Compliance to approve new vendors. Support Quality Assurance, Operations, Regulatory and Finance in resolving quality, delivery, and other vendor issues. Maintain open communication with internal customers. Inventory & Policy Management Define and manage optimal inventory levels, considering demand and shelf-life and safety stock levels. Reinforce and improve purchasing policies and procedures. Maintain master data for items and suppliers (lead times, safety stock, order quantities). Market Analysis & Continuous Improvement Evaluate market and economic conditions; make procurement recommendations. Maintain organized files for suppliers and products. Foster continuous improvement and excellent customer service. Safety & Other Duties Support and improve safety performance; promptly report issues. Attend meetings and perform other tasks as required. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Materials Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience). 3–5 years’ experience in Purchasing/Inventory Control/Planning in a production environment, ideally in food manufacturing. Experience with international suppliers/imported materials preferred. Supply Management certifications (C.P.M., APSM, CPSM) preferred. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. Ability to read and interpret specifications, product data sheets, and market information. Strong mathematical and analytical skills. Excellent planning, prioritization, and communication abilities. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Quick learner, able to challenge and improve work processes.

Responsibilities

The Senior Purchasing Coordinator will lead the sourcing and purchasing of Food Ingredients and Packaging, collaborating across departments to define specifications and negotiate terms with suppliers. This role also involves managing order execution, coordinating logistics, and maintaining strong supplier relations for two manufacturing facilities.