Hybrid Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator bei Famous Supply

The Purchasing & Logistics Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and completing support activities related to purchasing, inventory & logistics management topics.

This position is based out of our corporate office in Akron, OH, and allows for a hybrid, in office and remote, work schedule (4 in + 1 remote).

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Resolve shipping and receiving discrepancies with suppliers, freight forwarders and Famous DC’s to ensure credits & payments are provided accordingly.

• Assist with transfers, setting safety stock minimums, stock flags, MOQs, buy multiples and other purchasing data maintenance.

• Create and distribute purchasing and inventory management reports and key performance indicators.

• Assist Purchasing Agents with the creation and maintenance of SKU items/kits.

• Maintain master tracking sheet for import product shipments. Update system expected receipt dates and provide updates for the sales teams regarding product availability.

• Review invoices and create payment requests for non-domestic suppliers.

• Maintain & create Supplier Onboarding and Maintenance documents; supplier payment terms, Exhibit A’s and COIs via SharePoint.

• Work closely with suppliers and accounts payable team to ensure financial expectations are met in accordance with contracted agreements.

• Provide assistance for non-stock and warranty returns and supplier credits as needed.

• Assist International Freight & Logistics team with daily activities such as final mile coordination, shipping documents, and compliance detail for CBP clearance.

• Assist with other projects as needed.

Required Experience and Skills

• 2+ Years Experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or equivalent.

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or similar field.

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively

• Data entry experience and skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Thoroughness and attention to detail

• Ability to analyze information

• General math skills

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Inventory software knowledge

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)