Position Overview:

 We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Supplier Management Coordinator to join our Purchasing team. This role is responsible for sourcing and managing suppliers, maintaining strong vendor relationships, overseeing procurement processes, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing solutions. The ideal candidate will bring strong negotiation, organizational, and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Only local Jacksonville candidates will be considered.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Source and evaluate suppliers/vendors to ensure competitive procurement and cost savings.
• Conduct Requests for Proposals (RFPs), review bids, and negotiate terms.
• Verify supplier invoices against bids and purchase orders, code invoices, and approve for payment.
• Maintain supplier database, manage vendor set-ups, changes, and deletions.
• Monitor compliance with procurement systems across locations and maintain an inventory of indirect items.
• Oversee supplier agreements, blanket purchase orders, and vendor performance.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve performance issues and ensure on-time delivery.
• Support Accounts Payable with vendor updates and accuracy in payment processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3–4 years of relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, or supplier management.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of purchasing procedures and practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Office 365, and imaging software.
• Ability to analyze products and services for cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while meeting department goals.

Preferred (Not Required)

• Additional training or coursework in procurement, supply chain, or related fields.
• Experience updating and maintaining supplier databases.

Work Environment:

• Standard business hours, with rare exceptions.
• Occasional fluctuations in workload and priorities.
• Role requires balancing multiple deadlines and vendor relationships.
• Performance in this role has a direct impact on departmental cost savings and efficiency.

Why Join Us:

This position offers the opportunity to directly influence supplier relationships, procurement efficiency, and cost management. The Supplier Management Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring operational effectiveness and supporting the overall success of the Purchasing team.

EOC

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law