Purchasing Coordinator
Ground floor opportunity available with well known food wholesaler/retailer in Hunts Point Market.
The successful candidate must be a go-getter willing to support the team with everything from data entry and invoicing to vendor communications and internal scheduling. A background in food retail or distribution is required. Experience with SageX3 helpful.
Responsibilities:
- Create purchase orders using internal ordering systems
- Maintain vendor records, including contact details and cost/item files
- Perform accurate data entry and maintain system updates
- Monitor and manage supply orders and inventory
- Provide direct administrative support to the Buying Team
- Manage calendars and coordinate meetings and calls
- Assist with vendor inquiries, delivery scheduling, and warehouse coordination
- Conduct research and gather information for the Buyers as needed
- Handle incoming calls, voicemails, and messages professionally
- Perform general office tasks including scanning, mailing, filing, faxing, and emailing