Description

Essendant is a purpose-driven company that reaches beyond business goals to define its success within commerce today. We support our associates, customers and communities – our core values and guiding principles shape what we aspire to do. Integrity, Collaboration, Customer-Centric, Embrace and Drive Change are our core values that serve as the foundation of our pathway to success. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Giving Back, Associate Safety, and Accountability are our guiding principles that motivate us to focus on creating a safe and rewarding experience. Essendant is a leader in supporting the supply chain industry and has been in business for 100 years to deliver the best practices for our customers and associates. Join us at Essendant, the better way to commerce.

The Supplies Coordinator position is designated as remote, but must be within 30 miles of an Essendant distribution facility.

Major Responsibilities

• Source and purchase indirect materials, supplies, and services in accordance with company policies and budget requirements.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring quality and timely delivery.

• Manage purchase orders from creation through delivery, including order tracking and resolving any discrepancies.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.

• Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, delivery, or service.

• Crosstrained as CMMS administrative support to Field Maintenance Organization.

• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier agreements.

• Work closely with internal departments (Facilities, Finance, Operations) to identify supply needs and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

• Support standardization efforts across the organization for commonly used supplies.

• Understands and demonstrates Essendant’s Core Values.

Skills/Knowledge Required

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

• Ability to analyze data and make informed purchasing decisions.

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Education and Experience

• 1+ years relevant work experience, or any similar combination of education and experience. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).

Benefits:

• Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• 401k with matching

• Company Holidays

• Overtime Pay for hourly employees

• Paid Vacation, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time

• Maternity and Parental leave benefits

• Employee discount

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

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Essendant drives to be inclusive and celebrates diversity by starting with our associates. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for opportunities, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. At Essendant we are building an elevated community by creating a safe and supportive work environment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including or based on age, race, color, disability, ancestry, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. People are what drives our company. We are one team with endless possibilities. We are Essendant.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)