Purchasing Coordinator at Salute Inc. – Franklin, Wisconsin
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About This Position
Salute is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Purchasing Coordinator to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights.
Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8am - 5pm
Location: Franklin, WI - Hybrid 2 - 3 days in the office.
Salute Benefits That Put You First
We know life doesn’t stop when work begins, that’s why we offer perks designed to support your well-being, your family, and your future:
- Time to Recharge: Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including Medical, Dental, and Vision that you can enroll in starting on Day 1. Coverage begins the first of the month following 30-days of employment.
- Peace of Mind: The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package.
- Your financial future matters: Enjoy our employer-supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%.
- Wellness Support: Access to HSA, mental health resources, and gym discounts—because your health matters.
- Extra Protection & Perks: Through discounted group programs, such as legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance, and ID theft protection for life’s unexpected moments.
The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for procurement activities related to company uniforms/swag, personal protective equipment (PPE), travel vendors, and corporate insurance certificates. This role ensures timely ordering, vendor coordination, documentation accuracy, and compliance with company procurement policies and insurance requirements. The Purchasing Coordinator serves as a key operational liaison between vendors, internal departments, and corporate functions to ensure employees and operations have the necessary equipment, travel options, and insurance documentation to operate safely and efficiently.
This position is execution-focused and plays a critical role in maintaining audit-ready procurement records, vendor compliance, and operational continuity.
Key Responsibilities
Uniform and Apparel Procurement
- Coordinate ordering, inventory tracking, and distribution of employee uniforms
- Maintain approved uniform vendor catalogs and order processes
- Assist HR and Operations with onboarding-related uniform provisioning
- Monitor vendor performance, delivery timelines, and order accuracy
PPE Procurement and Safety Equipment
- Coordinate purchasing of PPE including gloves, safety glasses, helmets, high-visibility apparel, and other safety gear
- Work closely with Health & Safety and Operations teams to ensure PPE availability and compliance with safety standards
- Maintain approved PPE vendor lists and product specifications
- Track order fulfillment, stock levels, and vendor delivery performance
Travel Vendor Coordination
- Coordinate procurement-related activities with approved travel vendors (travel agencies, airlines, hotels, rental providers)
- Maintain vendor contact records, agreements, and billing information
- Track vendor performance and escalate service issues as needed
Corporate Insurance Certificates (COIs)
- Coordinate requests for Certificates of Insurance (COIs) from corporate insurance brokers
- Maintain centralized records of insurance certificates and coverage documentation
- Provide insurance certificates to customers, vendors, and internal teams as required
- Track certificate expirations and coordinate renewals with brokers
Vendor Coordination and Procurement Administration
- Maintain procurement records and vendor contracts
- Support purchase order creation, tracking, and documentation
- Assist with invoice resolution and vendor billing inquiries
- Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and approval requirements
- Maintain accurate and complete procurement records
- Support internal audit, finance, and compliance requests related to vendor documentation and purchasing activities
- Ensure proper documentation of vendor approvals, insurance certificates, and procurement transactions
- Help maintain vendor compliance with company insurance and contractual requirements
Qualifications
Education
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field preferred
Experience
- 1–4 years of experience in purchasing, procurement coordination, vendor management, or administrative procurement support
- Experience working with uniforms, PPE, travel vendors, or insurance documentation preferred
- Experience supporting corporate procurement in a services, construction, or data center environment is a plus
Skills and Competencies
- Strong organizational and coordination skills
- Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Strong communication and vendor coordination abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 40lbs.
- Ability to climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs to access elevated equipment
- Ability to stand for long periods of time in various work environments
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for equipment related tasks
- Basic physical fitness to respond quickly to emergency situations and navigate areas quickly
- Ability to move quickly and efficiently withing various work environments to troubleshoot issues or respond to emergencies.
- Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for working with small components and connectors
- Clear vision, with or without correction, to perform tasks requiring attention to detail and precision while wearing safety glasses
- Ability to differentiate between color-coded warning signs, labels, and cables
- Ability to work in environments with a wide variety temperature inside a facility
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, or snow
- Capability to work in environments with elevated noise levels while wearing hearing protection
- Possession of a valid driver’s license for work-related travel, as required
If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for data center services and a knack for building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you. Join us in revolutionizing the data center industry and apply today!
Salute is an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants; if you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@salute.com for more information.
(For specific Recruitment related questions, please contact our Talent Acquisition department at recruiting@salute.com.)
Compensation & Benefits Disclosure
The salary for this role is $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 annually. This range reflects a good‑faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire, based on factors such as skills, experience, education, and market/location. Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), gym discount, mental health, Discounted Group Life & AD&D, Discounted Group Short & Long-term Disability, 401(k) retirement matching, PTO/paid holidays, and parental leave. This posted hourly rate is the final rate of pay for the position, based on job‑related factors consistent with applicable law.
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Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the Franklin, Wisconsin, 53132, United States region.