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Purchasing Coordinator

CompanyOKSI
LocationTorrance
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 5, 2026
About The Company
OKSI is a team of pioneers with over 30 years developing and fielding custom EO/IR sensors within integrated AI/ML. They have taken AI and revolutionized its application into life as we know it - from augmenting human decision making to true system autonomy – on the battlefield, into deep space, and the depths of the ocean. Their autonomous and intelligent solutions rapidly analyze, identify, and communicate actionable insights, enabling critical decision making, action prioritization, and outcome optimization. OKSI stands alongside the warfighter delivering novel technologies to fill capability gaps and provide them overmatch when and where they need it most. OKSI is a privately held small business headquartered in Los Angeles, California
About the Role

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.

Key Skills
OdooERP softwarePurchase order processingVendor coordinationProcurementMicrosoft OfficeExcelData analysisContract complianceInventory managementClerical skillsCommunication skillsProblem solvingReportingCross-functional collaboration
Categories
AdministrativeFinance & AccountingLogisticsSecurity & SafetyManufacturing
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance3 weeks vacation401kEducational assistance
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Purchasing Coordinator will independently manage purchase order processing, purchase requisition support, and vendor coordination. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with company and contract requirements while maintaining accurate procurement records.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$26 - $34
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
74
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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