Inventory Control & Contracts Manager II

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Jackson (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company, is seeking an Inventory Specialist to manage cycle counts and inventory accuracy at the Jackson, SC facility. You will ensure contract and material compliance for suppliers and customers, supporting production with timely material planning and purchasing.

The role requires 5+ years in inventory control, experience leading teams, and strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field required or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of inventory control/management experience.
• 3+ years of experience leading others.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand materials in the PR facility (part numbers, sizes, etc).
• Order material for production by reviewing planned orders and current inventories and issuing purchase orders.
• Manage Inventory Cycle Counts.
• Serve as backup for indirect purchases and place orders for shop floor needs.
• Collaborate with Sales to support Sales Contracts and resolve customer issues in LN.
• Manage inventory counts and report on inventory levels.
• Order material for production lines and review planned orders.
• Issue purchase orders as needed.
• Segregate and store material with forklift and other equipment.
• Train and develop direct reports and hold them accountable.
• Maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers; ensure inventory standards are followed.
• Perform physical inventories and act as customer service POC for multiple accounts.
• Assist with supplier and customer negotiations as needed.

Skills

Forecasting & budgeting

Purchasing process

SAP knowledge

Negotiation

Communication skills

Manufacturing experience

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Job description

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company, is seeking an Inventory Specialist to manage cycle counts and inventory accuracy at the Jackson, SC facility. You will ensure contract and material compliance for suppliers and customers, supporting production with timely material planning and purchasing.

The role requires 5+ years in inventory control, experience leading teams, and strong analytical and negotiation skills.