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Culture Studio · 1 day ago

Purchasing Coordinator

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Culture Studio is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to own the end-to-end purchasing process for raw materials and supplies. This role is responsible for sourcing, negotiating with vendors, managing purchase orders, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure operational efficiency.

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Responsibilities

Source and purchase raw materials, blanks, and supplies from competitive vendors, balancing cost, quality, and lead times

Regularly review pricing and negotiate favorable terms with distributors and mills

Analyze cost structures to make informed, margin-protecting purchasing decisions

Manage purchase orders from creation through completion, ensuring accuracy in quantities, pricing, specifications, and delivery timelines

Proactively track orders, backorders, damaged or missing goods, and returns to ensure fast resolution

Partner closely with Sales to understand order requirements, deadlines, and cut-off times

Collaborate with receiving, production, finance, and brand teams to align purchasing decisions with operational and financial priorities

Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors, maintaining clear, timely, and professional communication

Build strong vendor relationships that support dependable service and quick problem-solving

Identify opportunities to streamline purchasing workflows, reduce lead times, and improve data accuracy

Anticipate material needs and make quick, informed decisions to keep operations running smoothly—even under pressure

Qualification

Vendor sourcingPurchase order managementNegotiationSupply chain managementAttention to detailProactive mindsetProcess-orientedCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsDecision-making