PURCHASING COORDINATOR at Chandler Industries LLC – Blaine, Minnesota

Chandler Industries is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in precision machining, EDM, sheet metal fabrication, and a range of value-added services. We excel in providing exceptional value through responsive customer service, technical expertise, and innovative lean manufacturing practices. Our commitment to delivering world-class quality and on-time performance has made us a trusted partner for our customers. Chandler operates five divisions, including four in Minnesota—Blaine, Long Prairie, Montevideo, and Wyoming—and one in Chihuahua, Mexico.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Coordinator to support our fast-paced manufacturing environment. In this role, you’ll play a key part in purchasing orders, ensuring materials and outside services are delivered on time, meet quality standards, and align with production needs.

If you enjoy working cross-functionally, building vendor relationships, and keeping operations running smoothly—this could be a great fit.

• Place and manage purchase orders for outside service vendors and materials
• Build and maintain strong day-to-day relationships with vendors
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to support production schedules
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, and Quality teams
• Monitor material flow and communicate priorities to meet production goals
• Support quality processes, including handling defective material and non-conforming inventory
• Maintain accurate data and processes within the ERP system
• Track and support key metrics such as on-time delivery, past-due POs, and inventory levels
• Help evaluate supplier capacity and performance to meet demand

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of purchasing/procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing
• Experience with ERP systems (Epicor a plus)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-service mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Experience in a manufacturing or machining environment
• Familiarity with quality systems (ISO, AS9100, ISO13485)
• Background in scheduling, inventory control, or supply chain planning

Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors related to the specific position. These may include skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range. Chandler offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their dependents. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a 401(k) plan with company match; and a range of supplemental benefit options. In addition, eligible employees receive paid holidays and paid time off.