Purchasing Coordinator at LS GreenLink

LS GreenLink is currently seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to coordinate activities involved in procuring goods and services, including construction materials, MRO items, tools, equipment, and parts. Supports plant construction and maintenance purchasing activities, including sourcing local vendors, bidding, contracting, and logistics coordination.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review and process purchase quotations, requisitions, and purchase orders for materials, supplies, services, and equipment

• Identify, evaluate, and register qualified local suppliers and contractors (civil, mechanical, electrical, utilities, etc.) related to construction and maintenance, including capability and financial assessments

• Determine the appropriate method of procurement, such as direct purchase or bidding

• Conduct bidding processes by preparing and issuing Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and bid invitations.

• Review and evaluate bid proposals to ensure alignment with technical specifications and company requirements

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and other conditions to ensure cost-effective and compliant procurement

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues related to defective goods, delayed shipments, or service discrepancies

• Submit invoices for approval, and assist in closing purchase transactions

• Support local sourcing activities for plant construction while leading the build-up of the local raw-material supply chain for mass-production readiness, in collaboration with Engineering and HQ SCM teams.

• Support logistics and customs clearance for imported equipment, machinery, and raw materials in compliance with regulations.

• Maintain accurate procurement records, including items purchased, invoices, deliveries, and inventories.

• Track and report on procurement costs to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements and inventory reduction.

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Understanding of purchasing and/or procurement procedures.

• Excellent oral and written communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and recognize errors.

• Basic math skills as applicable to pricing, quantities, and discounts

• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, diagram, or schedule form.

• Problem-solving skills to work under limited standardization and handle diverse practical issues and variables.

• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, World, PowerPoint)

• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. SAP) or procurement software

SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.