<p>The Purchasing & Operations Coordinator will support our client’s purchasing, customer service, and administrative functions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in purchasing and supply chain, with significant opportunity to expand their responsibilities and develop toward a future Purchasing Manager role.</p><p> </p><p>This individual will gain hands-on exposure to purchasing, supplier management, inventory, customer service, and overall plant operations while partnering closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Sales, and other internal teams. As the individual develops their knowledge of the business and purchasing function, there is strong potential to take on greater ownership and responsibility within the organization. The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, proactive, and eager to learn, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Coordinate procurement activities for production materials, equipment, tooling, plant supplies, and contracted services to help keep operations running efficiently.</p><p>• Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, order status, and delivery timing, and follow through on purchasing needs from request to receipt.</p><p>• Review stock levels and purchased component availability to support material planning and reduce the risk of shortages or delays.</p><p>• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation, including supplier records, order details, and supporting files for internal reference and compliance.</p><p>• Assist in evaluating vendor performance and contribute to initiatives focused on process improvement and cost savings.</p><p>• Provide additional support for customer service and order administration by entering and updating customer orders and related information in the company system.</p><p>• Prepare order confirmations, share delivery updates, and assist with quotations, invoicing, and business correspondence as needed.</p><p>• Support daily plant and office operations through recordkeeping, report preparation, departmental documentation, and coordination with outside service providers.</p><p>• Help administer contract staffing processes, including attendance tracking, time submission support, and communication with staffing agencies.</p><p>• Offer front office and general administrative coverage when needed and contribute to cross-department projects and operational assignments.</p>
<p>The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for guiding material planning, sourcing, inventory, and logistics activities. This position will shape supply chain strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and help ensure parts and materials are available when needed while meeting cost, quality, and regulatory expectations. The role also works closely with production, engineering, quality, and program teams to support reliable delivery performance and continuous operational improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create and direct supply chain plans that support production demand, business priorities, and customer delivery targets.</p><p>• Lead purchasing activities, supplier evaluation, contract discussions, and sourcing decisions for specialized materials, components, and external services.</p><p>• Partner with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to confirm suppliers meet aerospace standards and applicable compliance requirements.</p><p>• Analyze inventory, replenishment cycles, and material movement to reduce shortages, excess stock, and obsolete items.</p><p>• Supervise and develop buyers, planners, logistics team members, and warehouse personnel to build a high-performing operation.</p><p>• Define and track performance measures for supplier results, service levels, cost control, and overall supply chain efficiency.</p><p>• Manage inbound and outbound transportation activities, including freight coordination and trade compliance requirements where applicable.</p><p>• Build strong relationships with key vendors and drive supplier improvement efforts that enhance quality, responsiveness, and reliability.</p><p>• Support planning, purchasing, and reporting processes through effective use of enterprise systems and continuous process improvement initiatives.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Supply Chain Coordinator to support customer order activity and day-to-day coordination for mass market accounts in Roseville, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who enjoys solving issues, managing documentation, and working across teams to keep products and information moving efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to supporting customers and internal partners. You will play an important role in maintaining service quality, resolving order-related concerns, and helping sales operations run smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate customer orders from entry through completion, addressing discrepancies and escalating issues when needed to ensure timely fulfillment.<br>• Prepare and process invoices, monitor payment-related concerns, and work with relevant teams to clear order or billing holds.<br>• Share accurate updates on product launches, availability, and promotional activity with customers and internal stakeholders.<br>• Maintain organized records of customer interactions, account details, and follow-up actions to support consistent service.<br>• Investigate customer questions and service issues, provide prompt resolution, and track outcomes to completion.<br>• Partner with sales leadership and key account contacts to review priorities, progress, and upcoming business needs on a regular basis.<br>• Build working knowledge of product lines and represent the company professionally across all customer communications.<br>• Contribute to special assignments and broader sales support activities that improve account service and operational effectiveness.