Inventory & Purchasing Coordinator I

Role Summary

The Inventory & Purchasing Coordinator I performs day-to-day inventory and materials purchasing activities in support of Facilities operations. This role focuses on routine parts and materials ordering, inventory accuracy, and coordination with maintenance work orders, operating under established procedures and guidance. The Coordinator I supports on-site needs at the MD location, while assisting with materials requests for additional sites through standard systems and communication channels.

Responsibilities

• Supports daily parts and materials purchasing activities, including routine ordering, tracking, and follow-up under established processes
• Coordinates with Facilities and Maintenance teams to support work orders as they relate to parts availability, kitting needs, and materials readiness
• Assists with receiving, stocking, issuing, and organizing inventory items to support storeroom operations and material availability
• Performs or assists with cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliation activities to maintain accuracy
• Assists with data entry and transaction accuracy in inventory or work order systems, ensuring materials movements are properly recorded
• Provides primary on-site inventory and materials support for the Maryland location, including day-to-day coordination with technicians and facilities staff
• Supports materials and parts requests for other locations through online systems, email, or internal request tools
• Assists or temporarily supports parts room clerk activities as needed to maintain continuity of operations
• Maintains basic purchasing, receiving, and documentation records in accordance with established procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Required: H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Required: The ability to frequently lift, carry or push up to 50 pounds
• Preferred: Ability to perform basic inventory coordination processes
• Preferred: Demonstrate understanding of proper handling, storage, and movement of materials
• Preferred: Ability to maintain accuracy in processing work orders and recording transactions
• Preferred: Ability to assist with purchasing activities
• Preferred: Previous experience with record keeping and document control
• Preferred: Ability to organize work effectively and prioritizes tasks
• Preferred: Communicate clearly and professionally within the immediate team
• Preferred: Ability to follow standard operating procedures and company policies