Purchasing & Work Order Coordinator
ForzaCouncil Bluffs, IA, US29 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionSource raw materials for new products developed by R&D Identify and qualify new vendors for materials, packaging, and other supplies Maintain secondary suppliers for key materials to ensure continuity Analyze cost-reduction opportunities across : Raw materials Packaging Freight Labels Evaluate existing product lines for opportunities to improve margins through alternate sourcing Cross-train with the purchasing team and assist with general purchasing tasks as needed Experience in manufacturing, production planning, or purchasing (ERP experience preferred) Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Comfortable working cross-functionally with Production, Quality, and R&D teams Analytical mindset — able to interpret data, costing, and supplier metrics Self-starter who takes ownership and thrives in a fast-paced, accountability-driven environment
At Forza , we manufacture high-performance industrial adhesives, tapes, and sealants. We're growing fast, and we're looking for a Purchasing & Work Order Coordinator who thrives on precision, ownership, and cross-functional collaboration.
This role sits at the intersection of operations and purchasing — owning the work order process in our ERP system and managing vendor pricing to ensure accurate cost forecasts and strong margins. You'll also help source raw materials for new product development and support day-to-day purchasing needs.
Job Duties
Work Order Management
- Build and complete work orders in the ERP system
- Coordinate with the Production Manager to schedule work order production
- Ensure all Bills of Materials are accurate and capture total costs
- Collaborate with Quality Control to verify that work order instructions are correct and current
Sourcing & Supply Chain
Purchasing Support
What We're Looking For
Create a job alert for this search
Purchasing Coordinator • Council Bluffs, IA, US