Ackerman Plumbing

Purchasing Coordinator

Palmetto
Full Time
Accounting and Finance
Entry Level
Purchasing Coordinator
Location: Palmetto, Florida

Join a Legacy of Excellence
Ackerman Plumbing is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Purchasing Coordinator to support our Construction, Prefabrication, and Service operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate purchase order management, vendor coordination, and job cost discipline across the company.

If you are looking for a long-term opportunity with a company that values organization, accountability, and operational excellence, we encourage you to apply and become part of our legacy of excellence.

About Ackerman
Family-owned and operated since 1946, Ackerman Plumbing has proudly provided expert craftsmanship across four generations. Our projects range from hospitals and hotels to educational institutions and museums, consistently setting industry standards for quality and reliability.

Our company built its reputation on the belief that our customers deserve nothing less than the "World’s Greatest Plumbers."

Benefits
  • Competitive Salary commensurate with experience
  • Paid Time Off and 9 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with 4% Company Match
  • Access to the Latest Technology and Project Management Tools
  • Ongoing Professional Development and Career Advancement Opportunities
  • A collaborative, supportive work environment that fosters excellence

Position Overview
The Purchasing Coordinator supports all purchasing activities across Construction, Prefabrication, and Service operations. This position is responsible for purchase order entry, vendor communication, cost code accuracy, documentation control, and assisting in material logistics and job cost tracking.

This role is essential in maintaining clean purchasing data, ensuring materials are ordered and delivered on time, and protecting job cost integrity. The ideal candidate is highly organized, systems-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Create and enter purchase orders in Sage/Kojo
  • Assist with proper PO coding to cost codes and job phases
  • Ensure accurate job and dimension allocation
  • Maintain organized digital documentation in Procore
  • Track and reconcile PO acknowledgments and vendor confirmations
  • Support monthly job cost review by ensuring accurate PO data
  • Communicate with vendors for pricing confirmations and availability
  • Track material delivery timelines and long-lead items
  • Assist in resolving backorders or material discrepancies
  • Maintain updated vendor contact lists
  • Support competitive quote collection when requested
  • Assist Project Managers with material tracking
  • Support prefabrication material procurement coordination
  • Assist with change order material pricing documentation
  • Support Service Department parts procurement and recurring maintenance pricing
  • Assist in inventory coordination and standardized parts list development
  • Maintain accurate purchasing logs and reporting
  • Support committed cost tracking and vendor performance reporting
  • Assist with documentation compliance and lien waivers if required
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support overall project and company success

Qualifications
  • 2+ years in purchasing, construction administration, or procurement support
  • Experience in a construction environment preferred
  • Familiarity with Sage, Procore, Kojo, or similar systems preferred
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Highly detail-oriented and organized
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Process-driven mindset with strong follow-through

Proficiencies
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Sage, Procore, Kojo or similar purchasing and construction management systems
  • Basic construction documentation and cost code structure
  • Commitment to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction

Travel Requirements
This position is primarily office-based with occasional visits to project sites or vendor locations within the local area as needed.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Ackerman Plumbing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our shared success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
 

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