Sourcing Coordinator

Sourcing Coordinator

Company: Lopez Dorada Foods

Department: Supply Chain / Procurement

Reports To: Sourcing / Procurement Leadership

Position Summary

The Sourcing Coordinator supports day-to-day purchasing and sourcing activities by processing purchase orders, monitoring inventory needs, coordinating with suppliers, and supporting plant and operational requirements. This role requires strong organization, follow-up, and the ability to respond quickly to changing business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Issue purchase orders and track orders through delivery.
• Expedite orders to support urgent operational needs.
• Follow up with suppliers on order status, lead times, and delivery dates.
• Resolve backorders, delivery issues, shortages, and order discrepancies.
• Monitor inventory levels for recurring non-stock and frequently purchased items.
• Review stockout reports and initiate reorders to help prevent shortages.
• Identify slow-moving or excess inventory to help reduce unnecessary carrying costs.
• Source products and supplies for routine and one-time purchasing requests.
• Obtain and compare supplier pricing, availability, and lead times.
• Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, FSQS, and other departments regarding purchasing needs.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and communicate supply or delivery concerns.
• Support additional sourcing and procurement activities as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Previous purchasing, sourcing, inventory, or supply chain experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, follow-up, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple purchasing requests and changing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively with plant operations and cross-functional teams.
• Comfortable making timely sourcing decisions for routine and urgent requests.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to learn purchasing and inventory systems.