Purchasing Coordinator
Company: OKSI
Role summary
Purchasing Coordinator is a role at OKSI in Torrance, California, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-05. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Purchasing Coordinator
- Company
- OKSI
- Location
- Torrance, California, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-08-05
Job description
Description
About OKSI
For over 30 years, OKSI has built electro-optical and infrared sensing systems for GPS-denied navigation, target detection, terminal guidance, and multispectral imaging across air, ground, and space platforms — pairing custom EO/IR hardware with AI/ML autonomy software.
The Role
We're looking for a self-directed team member who can independently manage purchase order processing, purchase requisition support, and vendor coordination with minimal supervision. This role serves as a go-to resource for purchasing processes and supports both corporate operations and contract-specific needs through accurate procurement and cross-functional coordination. Success here calls for strong judgment, initiative, and the organizational skills to keep things moving in a fast-paced environment.
What You'll Do
Independently prepare, review, and process purchase orders for supplies, materials, and services; serve as a resource for staff on purchasing procedures and PO requirements
Support the purchase requisition process end to end — reviewing requests, routing for approval, and ensuring accuracy and compliance before conversion to PO
Ensure compliance with company and contract requirements; identify cost-saving opportunities; manage order submissions and approvals in Odoo
May assist with vendor sourcing and evaluation
Monitor and manage restocking of office supplies and related items; maintain accurate purchasing records (quantities, costs, order status); prepare and submit reports to finance and other departments as needed; flag trends or discrepancies
Draft and prepare purchasing-related documents and correspondence with greater independence; maintain and improve digital filing systems for procurement records
Serve as an informal resource for junior staff on PO/PR processes
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Advanced proficiency in Odoo (or similar ERP/accounting software — QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Unanet) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel (formulas, pivot tables, reporting)
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot common ERP issues and guide others in system use
Advanced clerical and analytical skills, with the ability to identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and support contract compliance
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Associate's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and 2+ years of relevant experience considered
Compensation and Benefits
$25.50 - $33.50 hourly. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budget allocated for this role.
Medical, dental, vision fully paid
3 weeks vacation
Automatic company contribution to 401K – 5% of earned wages (no matching required)
Educational assistance
Additional Requirements:
You must have, or be eligible to obtain, a U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance. You will be subject to government security investigations and must be able to access classified information. The inability to obtain a security clearance will result in you being ineligible for the position.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.
1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .
We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process.
This employer participates in E-Verify.