Buyer - Inventory Control Specialist

Chart, Inc.; Richburg (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA contributions

401k retirement match

Paid family leave

Job summary

Chart, Inc. is seeking a Buyer - Inventory Control Specialist to manage purchasing, supplier coordination, and inventory data in the ERP system at our Richburg, SC site. The role supports on-time delivery and accurate material flow for a variety of projects.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in purchasing or inventory control, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and the ability to read blueprints. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and forklift operation is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, inventory control or related role.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., JD Edwards) and purchase orders.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings; strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Generate purchase orders and coordinate with suppliers for on-time delivery.
• Enter and maintain material and inventory data in the ERP/MRP system.
• Expedite orders and resolve shortages or issues impacting customer due dates.
• Perform cycle counts and inventory reconciliation; maintain shortage reports.
• Pull and receive material, coordinate delivery to workstations; support shop maintenance.

Skills

Purchasing

Inventory control

ERP/MRP

Forklift

Blueprints

Office suite

Communication

Teamwork

Vendor coordination

Data entry

Education

Technical diploma

Job description

Career Opportunities: Buyer - Inventory Control Specialist (40034)

Requisition ID40034-Posted10/13/2026-266740 (MATERIAL HANDLING-R&R-RICHBURG-United States-SC-Richburg

At Chart, we design and build some of the world’s most advanced cryogenic equipment—that’s how our “Cooler By Design®” tagline was born. But it’s not just our technology that’s cool. It’s our people. We solve complex problems as a team, making us truly Cooler Together. And with the addition of Howden to the Chart family, we’re Stronger Together, too. Our customers don’t simply bring us equipment specs—they bring us challenges. That’s where you come in. From concept and design to installation and commissioning, you’ll help create solutions that support a wide range of industries and applications.

• Launching rockets into space
• Delivering Nexus of Clean™ solutions for clean water, clean power, clean food, and clean industrials
• Powering the carbonation in your favorite fast-food beverage
• Making nitro coffee and even nitro ice cream possible

Want to see our impact in action? Explore Chart City: https://chartcity.chartindustries.com/ . We’re looking for bright, driven talent excited to build a career in an evolving, high‑growth industry. Along with competitive compensation and meaningful work, Chart offers development programs designed to grow future leaders. That could be you. If you’re passionate about design engineering and think a career at Chart sounds pretty cool, let’s talk!

What Will You Do?

• Generate purchase orders to suppliers and work with vendors to confirm shipping dates & ensure on-time delivery.
• Enter and maintain purchasing and inventory information in the MRP/ERP system.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding delivery, quality, customer requirements, and order status.
• Expedite shipping arrangements and follow up on open orders.
• Resolve 3‑way match issues between purchase orders, receipts, and supplier invoices.
• Communicate material shortages or issues that may impact customer due dates.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss project and order status and resolve issues.
• Pull orders from the warehouse and receive incoming material.
• Process customer orders and coordinate delivery of products to workstations.
• Perform cycle counting and inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain shortage reports.
• Perform general shop maintanence and clean‑up.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Your Physical Work Environment Will Require…

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequest sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, twisting, pulling, and handling of materials.
• Occasional climbing and working at elevated positions.
• Work is performed in both an office and shop/warehouse environment.

Your Experience Should Be...

• 1-3 years of experience in purchasing, inventory control, operations, or a related role.
• Technical school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Experience with JD Edwards or a similar ERP/MRP system.
• Experience processing purchase orders and working with suppliers.
• Product knowledge and/or experience in an operations environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Forklift experience or ability to operate a forklift.

Our Benefits Package...

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer contributions to an HSA account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance with the option to purchase supplemental individual, spouse and dependent child coverage
• Up to two weeks of paid family leave
• 401k retirement savings plan including a company match