Job Title: Purchasing Coordinator  

Hours Available: M-F 8:00am-5:00pm EST (1-hour lunch break)

FLSA Class: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

EEO1 Classification: Professionals

Physical Address: Rock Hill, SC 29730

Salary Range: $18.82 – $41.20 per hour (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)

Why Work @ BEDGEAR?

If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, BEDGEAR provides a work environment that accelerates growth for all its team members. Keeping up with the everyday challenges of a fast-growing consumer goods company demands a team of all-in players, who are focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, leadership, and have a growth-mindset. If you want to elevate yourself personally and professionally, surrounding yourself with others that share the same values, beliefs, and behaviors will provide the support and extra push to reach new heights and smash new goals. At BEDGEAR you can expect to find successful teammates who exemplify our core values of being:

HUNGRY - HUMBLE - CURIOUS - CLEVER - COMMITTED - HUMANITARIAN

About BEDGEAR® PERFORMANCE®

Launched in 2009, BEDGEAR® is the brand of Performance® that provides innovative bedding by focusing on an active lifestyle and well-being. BEDGEAR’s sleep solutions are engineered with Performance fabrics that are temperature neutral and instant cooling and maximizes airflow to allow the body to naturally regulate its temperature. With a core belief of One Size Does Not Fit All™, BEDGEAR has redefined the way people view sleep by developing interactive in-store experiences and breathable bedding products that are personally fit to a consumer based on specific factors, including body type, sleep position and temperature. BEDGEAR is dedicated to integrating environmental responsibility into product development to ensure less returned goods are being sent to landfills. BEDGEAR is essential to the rest and recovery routines of professional athletes and active people who need to maximize their sleep. A proud manufacturer in the USA, BEDGEAR offers mattresses, pillows, sheets, blankets, pet beds as well as travel, kids and baby products that often feature removable and washable covers to maintain a clean and healthy sleep environment. BEDGEAR is represented in more than 4,000 retail stores across the globe and has earned more than 220 U.S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything®!

Learn more at bedgear.com.

Summary: The Purchasing Coordinator will be responsible for sourcing, ordering, and re-ordering key components used in our Rock Hill and Salt Lake City manufacturing facilities in an Eco-Friendly surrounding. This role will also be responsible to work with the Warehousing/Operations Team in both facilities procuring non-inventory supplies required for the day to day operation.  The Purchasing Coordinator will closely monitor inventory levels and order points for the timely receipt, executing a strong approach to cost savings, quality and vendor compliance. Working along side of the MMM, this candidate will work with various Manufacturing and Warehousing Managers, supporting their various roles. This is a growth position that requires very good communication, organizational, and Microsoft Office skills.

Essential Functions (include but not limited to):

Working in a NetSuite and Excel environment, the Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for the sourcing  and ordering of the domestic raw materials and packaging material used in all aspects of the manufacturing area.  This is to include counter sourcing, negotiating pricing and developing a network of vendors and suppliers domestically.  This candidate will develop and review forecasts and ensure all materials are on site to support the production runs needed to meet the timelines and minimum inventory levels specified. 

Additonally, the Purchasing Coordinator will manage vendors, timely purchasing and inventory levels for all non-inventoried items used by the Warehousing/Operations Departments.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement of Production Materials:
   • Source and purchase raw materials such as foam, fiber, and other essential materials required for mattress and pillow production.
   • Coordinate with the Manufacturing Team in reviewing and executing production forecast and scheduling in a JIT warehousing environment.
   • Manage closeout and obsolescence inventory strategizing runout plan with Manufacturing, and Forecasting/ Planning Team
   • Coordinate with Manufacturing Manager on all new samples and supply requirement for the timely release of new product. 

2. Packaging and Non-Inventory Supply Management:
   • Manage the procurement of all packaging materials required for the manufactured products.
   • Manage the procurement of all packaging materials including cartons, stretch film, packing tape and other related operational supplies.
   • Coordinate with suppliers to maintain vendor locker-stock inventory levels where applicable.
3. Quality and Vendor Compliance:
   • Collaborate with manufacturing and Warehousing Teams to support the Quality Department in identifying and processing of vendor damage credits for production and supply items.
   • Provide information to Vendor Compliance Department regarding vendor Scorecard and Performance.
   • Coordinate RMA’s with vendors assuring proper system credits and inventory accuracy.
4. Cost Management and Improvement:
   • Continuously search for opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
   • Evaluate supplier performance and explore new vendors to ensure competitive pricing and product improvement.
   • Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and terms.
5. Manage Purchase Order Process

• Responsible to accurately enter and communicate newly created purchase orders to vendors.
• Coordinate with Transportation and Receiving Departments, the timely scheduling and receipt of Raw material and Supplies.
• Coordinate with vendors, backordered material updating date and quantity changes on purchase orders.
• Perform daily POE process for accurate expected facility receipt dating.

6. Eco-Friendly Belief:
   • Participate in Bedgears Carbon-Neutral Initatives solutioning for recycling and sustainability on current and future raw material and supply items.
   • Coordinate recycle buyback program for manufacturing, warehousing and building maintaince material.
   • Report results as required to management.   
7. Vendor Relations:
   • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
   • Address any issues related to product quality, delivery, or pricing.
8. Reporting and Documentation:
   • Maintain accurate records of purchases, inventory, and supplier communications.
   • Report purchasing activities and cost-saving initiatives to the Manufacturing Materials Manager.

This job description is intended as a general guideline and should not be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The Purchasing Coordinator may be required to perform additional duties as needed to support the manufacturing department, as well as be tasked with special projects as needed.

MUST HAVE:

Ability to prioritize effectively and operate efficiently; use sound judgment to make rational decisions; ability to recognize opportunities and evoke change where applicable; must be objective v. subjective; strong follow up skills; intrapersonal skills; excellent communication skills; attention to detail and process orientation; problem solving skills; coaching and mentoring skills; must have thorough understanding of company’s confidentiality agreement.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• HS Diploma or GED
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and have IDs needed to verify.
• English proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)
• Computer savvy; proficient with Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit frequently.
• Ability to reach above shoulder, reach outward, handle/finger objects, and bend/squat/kneel occasionally.
• Proficiency in typing/keyboard usage.

Education/Experience/License Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience in procurement and sourcing, preferably within the bedding or related industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.
• HS Diploma or GED
• Familiarity with foam, fibers, threads, and boxes sourcing is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of quality assurance processes and standards.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with Bedgear branding and products is a plus.

Sensory Requirements: Should have working use of hearing and vision with or without the use of corrective lenses/hearing aids to be able to read paperwork, work on a computer screen for an extended period of time, and frequently speak on the phone.

Work Environment:

• Primary environment is an indoor office setting.
• Secondary environments include warehouse and manufacturing settings.

Language Skills: English proficiency required (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension). Knowledge of an additional language(s) is a plus!

Mathematical Skills: Basic arithmetic and algebra

Reasoning Ability: Solid understanding of branding and marketing communications strategies and tactics; excellent planning and problem-solving skills with limited resources; ability to effectively prioritize and project manage multiple assignments at any given time. Ability to use judgement to make important decisions.

BEDGEAR® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that participates in the E-Verify program!