Purchasing Coordinator

With over 25 years of dedicated service, Laborde Products stands at the forefront of marine engine distribution, committed to delivering excellence across the Southeast, up through the Great Lakes, and along the East Coast. Headquartered in Covington, LA and with branches in Deer Park, TX and Paducah, KY, we are your trusted partner in marine propulsion, featuring top brands like Mitsubishi, Steyr Motors, Yanmar and Scania Marine.

We are currently seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to join our growing team in Covington, LA.  You will be responsible for maintaining vendor relationships, managing purchase orders, monitoring inventory levels and ensuring the timely delivery of materials. 

In this role, you will:

• Process, track, and expedite daily purchase orders, including sales orders, work orders, & stock replenishment purchase orders. 
• Maintain accurate records in ERP system. 
• Ensure that inventories are maintained. 
• Ensure that deliveries from suppliers are timely.
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Coordinate the process of ordering and receiving between multiple locations. 
• Collaborate with Parts, Production, Engineering, and Sales to maintain schedule and identify opportunities to minimize part shortages. 
• May perform other duties as required by business needs.

Qualifications we are looking for:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years experience in an administrative role. 

Skills you will need:

• High energy with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Willing to face complex issues head on and work through challenges to build a stronger organization. 
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to work well individually and as part of a team with diverse personalities. Tactful and mature.
• Strong customer service mentality.

Work Schedule and Benefits:

• This position operates in an office environment; work generally sedentary in nature but may require some standing and walking at times.
• Standard office hours are Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401k plans with company match
• Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays

At Laborde Products, we are committed to the success of our company and fellow team members. We do that through teamwork and completing every task with the highest level of honesty, integrity and enthusiasm.

We value equal opportunity employment and are committed to hiring individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status or any other protected group.

If you share our same values and are interested in joining a dynamic team, we invite you to submit your resume today. Let’s grow together!

Applications are accepted only when hiring for open positions. Applications that do not satisfy the minimum qualifications for the position applied for will not be considered. Incomplete and falsified applications also will be disqualified from consideration. Laborde Products does not sponsor visas.