Bunzl plc
Procurement Coordinator -Distribution (St. Louis, MO)
Bunzl plc, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
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Procurement Coordinator - Distribution (St. Louis, MO)
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Bunzl plc . The Procurement Coordinator will be responsible for supporting all the administrative activities related to the procurement of goods and services. This includes, but is not limited to, issuing purchase orders, managing inventory data, crafting and executing supplier communication, monitoring lead times, and tracking deliveries.
The Procurement Coordinator should be curious and analytical with the ability to multi‑task, work cross‑functionally, and possess excellent communication skills.
This position could be a fantastic point of entry for a recent college graduate looking for a career in procurement, supply chain, product sourcing, finance, or accounting.
You will work out of our St. Louis, MO (Creve Coeur) office, day shift, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility to work from home 1‑2 days per month.
Responsibilities
Run and monitor forecast reports for key vendors and advise the procurement team.
Analyze data and recommend appropriate courses of action to stakeholders.
Prepare and issue purchase orders, track deliveries, and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
Monitor inventory levels and reorder supplies as needed to avoid stock outs.
Prepare monthly reports on procurement activity and reconcile records.
Coordinate shipping of orders through third‑party carriers when necessary.
Utilize the company’s ERP, Power BI, and external systems to monitor deliveries, anticipate delays, and provide alerts as necessary.
Work with external suppliers to oversee expected deliveries and communicate status updates as needed.
Manage the central email inbox to delegate and/or respond to internal and external stakeholder requests.
Execute order confirmations and follow up with buyers on major discrepancies.
Collaborate with internal departments to communicate the status of purchase orders.
Requirements
High school diploma and 2‑4 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related field, OR a bachelor's degree in a business field.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to write and produce compelling data reports.
High level of maturity and confidence necessary to interact with sophisticated internal and external clients.
Strong leadership and customer service skills with the ability to ensure that a high level of service and quality is maintained.
Ability to develop strong product knowledge with clear technical understanding of services to effectively communicate to customers.
Excellent project management, organizational, and planning skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and meet deadlines.
Outstanding attention to detail and flexibility.
Persistence and effective communication at all levels of the organization.
Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment, work with minimal supervision, and maintain confidentiality of shared information.
Preferred Requirements
Power BI experience.
Experience using Blue Yonder, AS400, or another ERP system.
Experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
About Bunzl So, what are you waiting for? A new career awaits with endless opportunities. Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non‑Food Retail, and Safety industries. With sales in excess of $10 billion and more than 5,000 employees, Bunzl North America operates over 100 warehouses across the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico.
Benefits Bunzl Distribution offers a competitive salary, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401(k) with a company match.
Equal Employment Opportunity Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status as provided by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Procurement Coordinator - Distribution (St. Louis, MO)
role at
Bunzl plc . The Procurement Coordinator will be responsible for supporting all the administrative activities related to the procurement of goods and services. This includes, but is not limited to, issuing purchase orders, managing inventory data, crafting and executing supplier communication, monitoring lead times, and tracking deliveries.
The Procurement Coordinator should be curious and analytical with the ability to multi‑task, work cross‑functionally, and possess excellent communication skills.
This position could be a fantastic point of entry for a recent college graduate looking for a career in procurement, supply chain, product sourcing, finance, or accounting.
You will work out of our St. Louis, MO (Creve Coeur) office, day shift, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility to work from home 1‑2 days per month.
Responsibilities
Run and monitor forecast reports for key vendors and advise the procurement team.
Analyze data and recommend appropriate courses of action to stakeholders.
Prepare and issue purchase orders, track deliveries, and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
Monitor inventory levels and reorder supplies as needed to avoid stock outs.
Prepare monthly reports on procurement activity and reconcile records.
Coordinate shipping of orders through third‑party carriers when necessary.
Utilize the company’s ERP, Power BI, and external systems to monitor deliveries, anticipate delays, and provide alerts as necessary.
Work with external suppliers to oversee expected deliveries and communicate status updates as needed.
Manage the central email inbox to delegate and/or respond to internal and external stakeholder requests.
Execute order confirmations and follow up with buyers on major discrepancies.
Collaborate with internal departments to communicate the status of purchase orders.
Requirements
High school diploma and 2‑4 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related field, OR a bachelor's degree in a business field.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to write and produce compelling data reports.
High level of maturity and confidence necessary to interact with sophisticated internal and external clients.
Strong leadership and customer service skills with the ability to ensure that a high level of service and quality is maintained.
Ability to develop strong product knowledge with clear technical understanding of services to effectively communicate to customers.
Excellent project management, organizational, and planning skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and meet deadlines.
Outstanding attention to detail and flexibility.
Persistence and effective communication at all levels of the organization.
Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment, work with minimal supervision, and maintain confidentiality of shared information.
Preferred Requirements
Power BI experience.
Experience using Blue Yonder, AS400, or another ERP system.
Experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
About Bunzl So, what are you waiting for? A new career awaits with endless opportunities. Bunzl is a global leader in the Cleaning & Hygiene, Food Processing, Grocery, Health Care, Non‑Food Retail, and Safety industries. With sales in excess of $10 billion and more than 5,000 employees, Bunzl North America operates over 100 warehouses across the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Mexico.
Benefits Bunzl Distribution offers a competitive salary, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401(k) with a company match.
Equal Employment Opportunity Bunzl Distribution has a tradition of commitment to equal employment opportunity. It is the established policy to attract and retain the best qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status as provided by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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