Coordinator, Purchasing

Archdiocese of St. Louis • Webster Groves, MO

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About The Position

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
Job SummaryThe Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to serve the community through education, housing, healthcare while uniting people in faith, service, and community.

We are seeking a Purchasing Coordinator who is a motivated, detail-oriented team player with a stewardship mindset. The Purchasing Coordinator will support the Central Purchasing team in their efforts to service archdiocesan agencies, offices, and parishes. This role will assist in the management of purchase orders, purchase requests, cost analyses, and maintenance of purchasing database details.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree (at minimum) in a related field.
• 3 years purchasing experience or 3 years’ experience in a related field.
• Working knowledge/familiarity with ERP systems, i.e., Coupa, SAP, or Lawson.
• Working knowledge/familiarity with QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel & Outlook.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong communicational skills.
• Adept at creative problem solving and servicing a wide customer base.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative assistance in maintaining the e-Procurement platform by ensuring Vendor compliance with policy requirements; addressing inquiries, concerns, or issues with purchase orders and/or Vendor invoices; and periodic data analysis.
• Assists with the sourcing & selection of products and service providers (with appropriate levels of due diligence and analysis).
• Assists in the promotion of Central Purchasing throughout the archdiocese.
• Assists in the processing of purchase orders.
• Assists in monitoring Vendor invoicing to ensure timely invoice receipts and processing.
• Assists with resolving discrepancies in receipts and/or invoices.
• Other duties and/or special projects as assigned by the Director.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree