Global Procurement & Inventory Specialist

LATICRETE International; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Tuition reimbursement

13 paid holidays in addition to paid,

Flexible spending

Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental

1 week paid plant shutdown between the

Job summary

LATICRETE International is seeking a Buyer responsible for procuring quality goods and services, managing inventory, and coordinating with Planning, Operations, Finance, and suppliers to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.

The role emphasizes stocking models, purchase orders, supplier issue resolution, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure on-time, cost-effective supply chain performance. Domestic and international travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Finance or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in procurement, inventory management, or supply chain roles.
• Strong understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and data parameters.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in inventory control techniques and inventory management software.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management (35%): Implement stocking models considering factors such as demand forecasts, lead times, logistics, and supplier capabilities.
• Procurement (30%): Execute MRP action messages and translate approved demand signals into timely purchase actions to maintain targeted inventory and service levels.
• Supplier Relationship Management (10%): Cultivate and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and timeliness of deliveries.
• Collaboration (25%): Partner with Demand Planning on forecast signals and coordinate with Operations, Warehousing/Logistics, and Finance to align purchasing activity with production schedules and cash flow considerations.
• Travel Requirement: Ability to travel domestically and internationally 5-10%.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

Associate’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Finance

3+ years’ experience in procurement, inventory management, or supply chain roles

Tools

MRP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

LATICRETE International is seeking a Buyer responsible for procuring quality goods and services, managing inventory, and coordinating with Planning, Operations, Finance, and suppliers to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.

The role emphasizes stocking models, purchase orders, supplier issue resolution, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure on-time, cost-effective supply chain performance. Domestic and international travel may be required.