Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
GE
G&W Electric Co.
Purchasing Coordinator
Career Insights for Purchasing Agent (General)
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Illinois data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods or services on behalf of another party.
$47,468 / year median in Illinois
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Purchasing Coordinator G&W Electric Co. life insurance, vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, profit sharing United States, Illinois, Bolingbrook 305 West Crossroads Parkway (Show on map) Jul 22, 2026 Purchasing Coordinator Responsible for securing (onboarding and setting up) suppliers, issue purchase orders for shop supplies and project related work, but also assists with the issuance of production related materials. Works closely with Buyers and other cross functional teams where they articulate G&W requirements with supplier base to achieve positive outcome As a Purchasing Coordinator you will: Issue Purchase Orders for MRO/Indirect requisitions, quotes, and MRP related purchases
Consult catalogs (online resources) and other references to obtain prices and specifications
Follow up with suppliers on late POs and expedites as necessary
On board new suppliers as needed
Manage VMI program for MRO/Indirect category
Expedite PO's to ensure on-time delivery
Assist buyers with maintaining data; delivery dates, pricing, etc. in ERP system
Communicate and distribute order confirmation details to functional team members
Maintain department's ISO work instructions
Handle moderately complex issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff We are looking for someone who: Holds an Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, work experience and skill development required
Has experience in manufacturing environment
Performs work under general supervision
Has good computer skills, including MS Word and MS Excel
Possesses strong communication skills, written and verbal
Has basic MRP system understanding
Has good problem-solving skills
Has the ability to negotiate delivery dates and pricing with suppliers
Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English The physical demands of the job are: General Office Environment, PC use
Light Lifting (occasional 25 lbs. or less)
Sitting
- frequent Stooping
- occasional Prolonged computer usage What we offer you: Pay Range is typically between $46,945
- 57,503 annually Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline.
- G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.