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Purchasing Coordinator

3/5/2026

The Purchasing Coordinator will complete part setup for new items and assist the purchasing team with various data entry tasks within the Epicor ERP system, such as managing price lists and purchase order confirmations. Responsibilities also include issuing and tracking open purchase orders with vendors and escalating unresolved issues.

Salary

20 - 27 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Our mission at States Manufacturing is to make custom electrical and metal products that help companies in a broad spectrum of industries deliver better results for their customers. From control cabinets for traffic management, to switchgear for data centers and panelboards for the food processing industry, to fabricated metal components for healthcare and the high-end audio equipment market, we’re here to help with the design, engineering, manufacture even painting. We’re known as problem solvers who take personal pride in meeting challenging specifications with intelligently engineered, meticulously crafted products that we stand by, day in and day out, from the moment the equipment goes out the door throughout its life cycle.
About the Role

Description

 

Come Learn and Grow with Us!

Rooted in over a century of craftsmanship, States Manufacturing is building the future of American industry. Based in the Twin Cities north metro and now in our second century, we’re experiencing truly explosive growth as we deliver trusted electrical and metal solutions nationwide.


We combine the stability of a well-established company with the energy of a startup—offering incredible opportunities for people who want to grow, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Intrigued? Let's talk!


Job Summary

States Manufacturing is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator. The ideal candidate would have experience in material purchasing, procurement, and data entry within an ERP system. The ability to work in a team environment and provide purchasing support for the organization.  


This is a full-time, hourly position. Typical working hours will be Monday – Friday with hours ranging from 7:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. based on the candidates preferred working hours.  Overtime may be available.  


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Complete part setup on all new parts, to ensure timely ordering by our purchasing team
  • Assist purchasing team with data entry tasks, including but not limited to Part Master Setup in Epicor (ERP System), Part Price Lists, Purchase Order confirmations, order entry in supplier portals, and other basic purchasing tasks. 
  • Escalate issues that cannot be fully resolved with available information
  • Issue purchase orders to vendors
  • Track open vendor purchase orders, contacting vendors when needed.
  • Other duties assigned by leadership or management groups.

Required Skills and Experience

  • 2 - 4 years’ experience in a production and/or engineering purchasing environment.
  • Experience with Epicor is preferred but not required.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
  • Ability to work in a team environment to accomplish daily tasks.
  • Superior problem solving, detail orientated, and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently making sound design decisions for multiple weeks at a time.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment:

  • This position requires the ability to sit, and bend or stand for extended periods of time. Light lifting may be required.
  • Performance of duties will be in the office, working at a computer full time.

Benefits

  • PTO/ESST
  • Paid holidays 
  • $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance
  • Paid Weekly
  • Vision and Dental Insurance
  • 401K / Life Insurance / STD
Key Skills
Material PurchasingProcurementData EntryERP SystemTeamworkPart SetupPurchase Order ConfirmationVendor ManagementProblem SolvingDetail OrientationAnalytical SkillsIndependent WorkMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPoint
Categories
ManufacturingAdministrativeLogistics
Benefits
Paid Time OffSick TimePaid HolidaysHealth InsuranceVision InsuranceDental Insurance401kLife InsuranceShort Term Disability
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