Purchasing Coordinator
Webster, TX
Full Time
Allegiance Crane & Equipment, LLC
Mid Level
Position Summary
The Purchasing Coordinator supports the procurement function by developing and optimizing systems, processes, and performance metrics that drive efficiency and accountability across the company. Rather than directly managing purchasing activities, this role focuses on data analysis, workflow improvement, and reporting to ensure alignment with company goals and industry best practices in the industrial crane sector.
Key Responsibilities
Physical Requirements
Must be able to sit at a computer, read computer screen, and input information for long periods of time. Sharing office space is a possibility. Some light travel could be required. Must be able to move about office as needed. Must be able to lift up to 5 pounds.
The Purchasing Coordinator supports the procurement function by developing and optimizing systems, processes, and performance metrics that drive efficiency and accountability across the company. Rather than directly managing purchasing activities, this role focuses on data analysis, workflow improvement, and reporting to ensure alignment with company goals and industry best practices in the industrial crane sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with the Procurement leadership team to design and implement standardized processes for vendor management, requisitioning, and purchasing workflows.
- Develop reporting structures and dashboards to track procurement performance, cost savings, vendor compliance, and cycle times.
- Analyze spend data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
- Manage the full lifecycle of CAPEX purchase orders, including creation, processing, approvals, and documentation.
- Monitor and track CAPEX commitments to ensure budget alignment and timely execution.
- Maintain and improve system integrations across business system platforms to ensure procurement data is accurate, accessible, and actionable.
- Coordinate with Finance, Operations, and Resource Management teams to ensure procurement processes align with company goals and operational requirements.
- Assist in preparing departmental KPIs, performance reviews, and audit reports.
- Provide administrative and process support for vendor onboarding, contracts, and compliance documentation.
- Support continuous improvement projects within procurement, including cost optimization initiatives, vendor scorecards, and best-practice documentation.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or related field (preferred).
- 2+ years of experience in procurement coordination, supply chain analysis, or process improvement (industrial or heavy equipment industry experience a plus).
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, BI tools, and ERP/procurement software.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Familiarity with inventory management principles.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to sit at a computer, read computer screen, and input information for long periods of time. Sharing office space is a possibility. Some light travel could be required. Must be able to move about office as needed. Must be able to lift up to 5 pounds.
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