Inventory Control & Purchasing Coordinator

Ultimate Staffing; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing in Lake Forest, CA seeks an Inventory Control and Purchasing Coordinator. The role focuses on managing daily purchasing and inventory, with on-the-job training in purchasing.

You will work with department managers to ensure stock and maintenance needs are met, and participate in cycle counts and supplier PO monitoring. English required; Spanish a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 2 years related experience.
• Ability to understand and maintain quality and safety procedures.
• English reading/writing; Spanish a plus.
• Understanding of ERP/Inventory/KanBan terms.
• Basic understanding of Logistics.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day purchasing and inventory activities.
• Purchase, log and source supplies with department managers.
• Prepare purchase orders and RFQs; maintain systems and records.
• Review accounts payable invoices for final payment.
• Coordinate flow of goods between production and distribution.
• Oversee monthly cycle counting programs.
• Assist receiving inspection and monitor supplier POs.
• Ensure all transactions are properly documented.

Skills

Inventory control

Purchasing

ERP/Inventory/KanBan terms

English proficiency

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years related experience

Tools

ERP systems

KanBan

Logistics basics

Job description

Manufacturing company located in Lake Forest is seeking a qualified Inventory Control and Purchasing Coordinator:

If you have strong INVENTORY they will TRAIN IN PURCHASING!!!

This is a snapshot of the role:

Managing the company's day-to-day purchasing and inventory activities to ensure that all stock, supply, and maintenance needs are fulfilled. Purchase, log and source all supplies and inventories with assistance from Department Managers, Quality Assurance, and the Upper Management team. Advocate purchasing controls by preparing purchase orders and RFQs; maintaining information systems and historical records as necessary. Review, document, and submit all accounts payable invoices for final approval and payment. Coordinate the flow of goods between production and distribution departments. Issue, monitor, and close all work tickets. Maintain both physical and digital inventory. Oversee monthly cycle counting programs. Assist receiving inspection and monitor supplier PO\'s to ensure deliveries meet demands. Confirm all transactions properly and accurately documented.

The candidate will have the immediate opportunity for hands-on training and learning in a growing, fast paced and professional environment where quality is emphasized throughout all departments. Per our corporate culture, we\'re looking for a professional individual to be multi-task oriented, self-sufficient, dependable, ability to cope under pressure, maintain good judgment, eager to learn with a professional, supportive attitude.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE:

• High school diploma or GED; at least 2 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Ability to understand and maintain quality and safety procedures
• Ability to speak, understand, read, and write English. Spanish a plus.
• Understanding of ERP/Inventory/KanBan terms and inputs
• Basic understanding of Logistics a plus.
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles\' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.