Job Description

Job Description: Purchasing Coordinator\nLocation: Remote Colombia\nSchedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (EST)\nRole Summary\nThe Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring that all purchase orders are accurate, aligned with project requirements, and issued on time. This role plays a key part in maintaining cost control, vendor coordination, and operational efficiency, supporting project success from the sourcing stage through order readiness.\nKey Responsibilities\nSource and evaluate vendors based on project requirements\nRequest, compare, and analyze quotes to ensure competitive pricing\nCreate and issue accurate purchase orders, ensuring alignment with scope, pricing, and timelines\nMaintain clear and consistent communication with vendors throughout the purchasing process\nReview and validate pricing against project budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities\nCoordinate with internal teams (Design, Estimating, Accounting) to ensure alignment\nMaintain accurate and organized records in systems such as Asana, Studio, and Google Sheets\nEnsure all purchase orders are complete, approved, and ready for production handoff\nIdentify and proactively resolve discrepancies, risks, or delays related to procurement\nSuccess Metrics\nTimely and accurate purchase order issuance\nCompetitive and validated vendor pricing\nStrong vendor responsiveness and communication\nClear, organized, and up-to-date procurement records\nMinimal project delays related to purchasing\nRequired Skills & Qualifications\n2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or administrative/operations roles\nAdvanced English proficiency (C1 preferred, strong B2 acceptable)\nExperience with vendor communication, quote comparison, and PO management\nStrong organizational skills and attention to detail\nAbility to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously\nProficiency in Google Sheets and project management tools (Asana, Monday.com, Trello)\nIdeal Candidate\nDetail-oriented and highly organized\nStrong communicator with consistent follow-up habits\nProactive and solution-driven mindset\nComfortable working in a fast-paced, remote environment\nTakes ownership and ensures tasks are completed accurately and on time\nPosition Mindset\nThis role goes beyond placing ordersit ensures that projects start on the right track. Success means delivering accurate, well-coordinated, and cost-effective purchasing that enables smooth downstream operations.\nPosition Details\nType: Full-Time\nWork Mode: Remote\nLocation: Colombia\nSchedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (EST)\nExperience Level: Mid-Level (2+ years)\nIndustry: Procurement / Operations / Supply Chain",