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ManpowerGroup
Supply Chain Coordinator
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What they do
A Purchasing Assistant assists buyers and staff in the purchasing or procurement department of a business or store. Assists with checking and completing purchase orders, communicates with vendors and suppliers, maintains records and provides data entry.
$53,048 / year median in California
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Job Title:
Supply Chain CoordinatorLocation:
Agoura Hills, CAPay Range:
$27-$29hr.- 1st shift Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
- What's the Job?
POSITION SUMMARY
- The Supply Chain Coordinator supports day-to-day purchasing and inventory operations by executing purchase order processing, vendor coordination, and shipment tracking activities with speed and accuracy.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders in accordance with approved pricing, contracts, and inventory requirements.
- Obtain quotations from approved suppliers and maintain current vendor pricing and lead-time information.
- Track open purchase orders, expedite late shipments, and coordinate with vendors, carriers, and internal stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery.
- Verify order accuracy by reconciling requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, and receipts; resolve discrepancies and shipment errors.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, files, and system data including pricing, orders, inventories, and delivery status.
- Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment requests based on established min/max or planning guidelines.
- Coordinate domestic and international freight pickups, deliveries, and related documentation including duties and freight charges.
- Support supplier communication regarding order status, documentation, and routine service issues.
- Prepare basic purchasing and inventory reports to support planning and operational visibility.
- Follow company purchasing policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements; perform other administrative support duties as assigned.
TECHNICAL & PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or inventory control in a transactional or administrative capacity, with demonstrated accuracy in order processing and documentation.
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP or purchasing systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, or similar) and strong Excel skills, including basic reporting, data entry integrity, and reconciliation.
- Experience coordinating with vendors, carriers, or freight forwarders, including tracking shipments, expediting late orders, and resolving discrepancies.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and process discipline, with a track record of maintaining accurate records, managing multiple open orders, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling clear follow-up with suppliers and effective coordination with internal stakeholders across operations, accounting, and warehouse teams. If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:
Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions- _Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale.