Vendor Management Coordinator

Vendor Management Coordinator

Salary: 50,000 - $60,000
Location: On-Site in Canton, OH

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Serve as a key liaison between suppliers and internal operations, with high visibility across multiple departments.
• Gain exposure to purchasing, supply chain, logistics, production planning, and vendor management functions.
• Play an integral role in keeping production schedules on track and supporting customer commitments.
• Work in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same and priorities evolve quickly.
• Build valuable experience in a manufacturing setting with broad supply chain exposure.
• Make a measurable impact through vendor performance, order management, and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities for the Vendor Management Coordinator:

• Coordinate and monitor outsourced manufacturing, processing, and vendor service activities.
• Create, release, maintain, and track purchase orders for outsourced services.
• Manage order status, production schedules, and outsourced work-in-process activities.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams.
• Maintain supplier communication regarding lead times, order status, and delivery commitments.
• Update ERP records and generate reports related to outsourced operations and supplier performance.

Qualifications for the Vendor Management Coordinator:

• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, logistics, production planning, vendor management, or outsourcing coordination.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and purchase order management required.