About the role

  • Operations Coordinator managing supplier relations for RailWorks construction projects. Collaborating with teams to ensure project materials are acquired and delivered on schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main contact between suppliers, project teams, field staff, and finance.
  • Handle purchase requests promptly, ensuring all order details meet project needs.
  • Enter purchase orders accurately and on time.
  • Request bids from vendors to secure competitive pricing for materials and equipment.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Issue materials to projects and record transactions in the accounting system.
  • Supervise yard staff and manage daily yard operations.
  • Track project material status and update delivery schedules.
  • Verify deliveries and match materials received to orders.
  • Work with Corporate AP to resolve purchase order and invoice issues.
  • Maintain accurate inventory records and material logs.
  • Support month-end close by verifying open purchase orders and receipts.
  • Help resolve invoice and PO discrepancies.
  • Keep organized records and files.
  • Oversee or assist with unloading delivery trucks.
  • Manage equipment purchases, disposals, and major acquisitions with RailWorks leadership.
  • Request equipment quotes and create purchase orders as needed.
  • Review equipment and fleet usage to improve efficiency.
  • Monitor fuel reports and investigate any irregularities.
  • Check driving behavior reports and notify management of issues.
  • Track vehicle registrations, inspections, and distribute insurance cards.
  • Coordinate equipment transfers and sharing between field locations.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 2 years purchasing experience in a construction-related industry.
  • Working knowledge with communication equipment, electronic components, and custom panel builds a plus.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands/requests within given time constraints.
  • Ability to develop strong professional supplier relationships.
  • Exceptional negotiating skills and communication skills.
  • Experience working in ERP inventory Systems.
  • Knowledge of JDE, a plus.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

  • competitive pay
  • medical coverage
  • dental coverage
  • vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • additional performance incentives

Job title

Operations Coordinator

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

$62,400 - $72,800 per year

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Tech skills

Location requirements

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