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process purchase orders for IT products, equipment, licensing, and materials\nWork with distributors, vendors, and manufacturers on pricing, availability, order status, and lead times\nCoordinate purchasing activity with Sales, Engineering, Project Management, and Operations\nTrack product availability, backorders, substitutions, shipment status, and delivery timelines\nEnsure purchasing records are accurate and aligned with customer quotes, vendor quotes, and internal requirements\nSupport procurement documentation for public sector, education, and customer purchasing workflows\nOrder Tracking & Vendor Coordination\nTrack open orders from purchase order creation through delivery and receipt\nFollow up with vendors and distributors on shipment status, ETA updates, backorders, and fulfillment issues\nCommunicate order status updates to internal teams\nHelp resolve order discrepancies, missing items, incorrect shipments, returns, and RMAs\nMaintain organized records of purchase orders, invoices, tracking numbers, and vendor communications\nReconciliations & Financial Accuracy\nReconcile bank accounts, credit cards, vendor accounts, and balance sheet accounts as assigned\nReview transactions for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification\nInvestigate discrepancies and coordinate corrections with internal teams\nSupport month-end close activities and financial reporting preparation\nMaintain accurate financial records in accordance with company policies\nReporting, Compliance & Process Improvement\nPrepare and maintain financial reports, purchasing reports, and operational tracking documents\nSupport internal controls, documentation standards, and compliance with company policies\nHelp improve accounting, purchasing, and order tracking workflows\nUse Excel and other tools to organize data, identify trends, and support decision-making\nSupport adoption of automation and AI-enabled tools where appropriate to improve efficiency\nQualifications\nRequired\nBachelor’s 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