What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Coordinator position at Triple-S Steel?
Overview
About Triple-S Steel:
Triple-S Steel is a family-owned business that has grown into one of the largest suppliers of structural steel products in the country. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and strong core values, we pride ourselves on creating a culture where team members are empowered to make a difference and grow professionally.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
We are seeking a motivated Purchasing Coordinator to join our team. If you are detail oriented, have a background in purchasing and want to join an established company with growth opportunites and excellent benefits we want to speak with you.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Our company offers great benefits, from tuition reimbursement to training and development opportunities. We also offer medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, commuter, long-term disability and group life insurance programs. Come join our team!
Compensation: $18-$21
jeanine.moore@sss-steel.comJob closes 05.11.2025
Responsibilities
- Optimize all inbound material flows by coordinating daily with operations, sales, traffic departments and outside service providers.
- Manage transfer orders between internal/external warehouses and for inbound material from the port and transload facilities.
- Enter outside processing purchase orders e.g. for leveling of coils.
- Regularly review open purchase orders to keep due dates and open order balances current.
- Follow up on order status with mill representatives and expedite shipments as needed.
- Obtain missing documents e.g., bills of lading and test reports from mills and other vendors.
- Assist with pre-receiving of railcar shipments and uploading of test reports.
- Enter purchase orders based on assortments provided by Director of Purchasing and Junior Buyer.
- Serve as point person for the sales team to facilitate buyout transactions and spot buys from local mills to fill customer orders.
Qualifications
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Proficient in relevant software applications (e.g., ERP systems, Microsoft Office).
- Ability to prioritize with minimal supervision.
Salary : $18 - $21
