19 ago
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Solvo S
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Medellín
Job Description: Purchasing CoordinatorLocation: Remote – Colombia
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EST)
Role Summary
The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring that all purchase orders are accurate, aligned with project requirements, and issued on time. This role plays a key part in maintaining cost control, vendor coordination, and operational efficiency, supporting project success from the sourcing stage through order readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Source and evaluate vendors based on project requirements
- Request, compare, and analyze quotes to ensure competitive pricing
- Create and issue accurate purchase orders, ensuring alignment with scope, pricing, and timelines
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with vendors throughout the purchasing process
- Review and validate pricing against project budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Coordinate with internal teams (Design, Estimating, Accounting) to ensure alignment
- Maintain accurate and organized records in systems such as Asana,
Studio, and Google Sheets
- Ensure all purchase orders are complete, approved, and ready for production handoff
- Identify and proactively resolve discrepancies, risks, or delays related to procurement
Success Metrics
- Timely and accurate purchase order issuance
- Competitive and validated vendor pricing
- Strong vendor responsiveness and communication
- Clear, organized, and up-to-date procurement records
- Minimal project delays related to purchasing
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or administrative/operations roles
- Advanced English proficiency (C1 preferred, strong B2 acceptable)
- Experience with vendor communication, quote comparison, and PO management
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
- Proficiency in Google Sheets and project management tools
📌 Purchasing Coordinator (Medellín)
🏢 Solvo S
📍 Medellín