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Procurement Coordinator

Belcan, Irvine, CA, United States


Job Title:

Buyer Administrator
Location:

Irvine, CA USA 92618
Duration:

06 Months Contract (Potential temp to perm)
Pay Rate : $22/hr. - $25/hr. (Depending on Experience)
Shift Time:

1st shift (Mon- Fri, 8 AM to 5 PM)
*Degree required*
Position Summary:
Provides day-to-day administrative support to the Purchasing/Supply Chain team by:
• Maintaining procurement master and transactional data accuracy in the ERP/administrative system
• Coordinating indirect purchasing workflows (RFQs, quote collection, PO creation)
• Managing supplier compliance recordkeeping and routine supplier follow-up
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement & System Administration
Maintain and update purchasing-related master and transactional data in the ERP/administrative system, including lead times, promise dates, and related supply parameters.
Coordinate with suppliers & buyers to ensure system information reflects current supplier
commitments and supports on-time delivery performance.
Track and follow up on missing or incomplete supplier information required to keep orders and schedules current.

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Indirect Purchasing Support


Support indirect purchasing activities, including:
o Sending RFQs to suppliers.
o Collecting, organizing, and reviewing quotes for completeness, including pricing, lead time, terms, validity, freight, and applicable surcharges.
o Supporting potential negotiations by preparing comparisons, documenting supplier responses, and highlighting exceptions.
o Creating and placing indirect purchase orders in the ERP/procurement system per approved sourcing decisions.


Ensure purchase orders are accurate and include required details:
o Part/service descriptions, quantities, delivery dates, ship-to, terms, and required attachments.
Supplier Compliance Recordkeeping


Proactively request, track, and file updated supplier documentation, such as:
o Supplier Business Questionnaires
o Reps & Cert packages (as applicable)
o Certifications and compliance packages (e.g., quality, regulatory, or other required documents)
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure documentation remains current and complete.
Supplier Communication & Follow-Up
• Serve as a point of contact for routine supplier communication related to quotes, promise dates, and documentation requests.
• Request suppliers to populate/confirm key order information.
• Follow up on overdue quote responses, missing confirmations, and outstanding compliance packages.
• Document communications and maintain organized records to support buyer decision-making and compliance.
Required Qualifications:
1+ years of experience in procurement administration, purchasing support, supply chain coordination, or a related administrative role.
Experience working with suppliers

to obtain quotes, confirmations, and required documentation.
Proficiency in

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word);

ability to create and maintain trackers, comparisons, and organized records.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy; ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines.
Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with ERP/procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar).
Familiarity with indirect purchasing (MRO, services, office/plant supplies, contracts) and basic purchasing terms. xywuqvp
Experience supporting compliance documentation processes (supplier questionnaires, certifications, quality/regulatory documentation).