We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to join our team in Brea, California. This is a contract position lasting 12–15 weeks, with the potential to transition into a long-term role. The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining inventory levels, managing procurement processes, and supporting project management teams within the construction and building materials industry. Responsibilities: • Monitor stock levels and assess inventory needs to ensure sufficient supply of shop, finishing, and hardware materials. • Execute purchase orders and coordinate with vendors to maintain an efficient procurement process. • Obtain and organize material samples for project managers while keeping the supply inventory updated. • Process and verify purchase orders, invoices, shipping documents, and vendor quotes, ensuring accuracy and collaborating with accounting as needed. • Review vendor confirmations and order acknowledgements, making updates and addressing discrepancies. • Coordinate and track deliveries, especially for items with long lead times, to ensure timely arrivals. • Prepare and manage submittal packages, transmittal forms, and shipping arrangements for projects. • Maintain and update departmental tracking systems, including whiteboards and project logs. • Enter project-related information into accounting software accurately and consistently. • Reconcile change orders and resolve any discrepancies in collaboration with the accounting team.

• Proven ability to manage purchasing activities, including inventory assessments and vendor coordination. • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. • Experience in supporting purchasing, inventory management, or project coordination teams is preferred. • Excellent communication skills for collaborating with vendors, project managers, and internal teams. • Proficiency in processing purchase orders, invoices, and other procurement-related documentation. • Familiarity with accounting software and basic reconciliation processes. • Ability to track and manage delivery schedules, ensuring timely fulfillment of orders. • Strong problem-solving skills to address discrepancies and ensure smooth operations.

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Brea, CA
onsite
Temporary
25.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to join our team in Brea, California. This is a contract position lasting 12–15 weeks, with the potential to transition into a long-term role. The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining inventory levels, managing procurement processes, and supporting project management teams within the construction and building materials industry. Responsibilities: • Monitor stock levels and assess inventory needs to ensure sufficient supply of shop, finishing, and hardware materials. • Execute purchase orders and coordinate with vendors to maintain an efficient procurement process. • Obtain and organize material samples for project managers while keeping the supply inventory updated. • Process and verify purchase orders, invoices, shipping documents, and vendor quotes, ensuring accuracy and collaborating with accounting as needed. • Review vendor confirmations and order acknowledgements, making updates and addressing discrepancies. • Coordinate and track deliveries, especially for items with long lead times, to ensure timely arrivals. • Prepare and manage submittal packages, transmittal forms, and shipping arrangements for projects. • Maintain and update departmental tracking systems, including whiteboards and project logs. • Enter project-related information into accounting software accurately and consistently. • Reconcile change orders and resolve any discrepancies in collaboration with the accounting team.
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