Inventory & Purchasing Coordinator

Justrite; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible hours

Paid time off

Job summary

Justrite Safety Group is seeking an Inventory Assistant to support daily receiving, shipping, inventory control, and purchasing activities in a manufacturing environment. You will help ensure raw materials and finished goods are accurately received, stored, and shipped while supporting procurement efforts.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and collaboration with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, and Accounting teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in inventory control, receiving, shipping, purchasing support, warehouse operations, or a related environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and transactional data.
• Effective organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming raw materials and supplies against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Enter receiving transactions into the inventory management system accurately and promptly.
• Report and document damaged, incorrect, or missing materials and assist with timely resolution.
• Maintain organized storage locations, accurate inventory labeling, and proper material identification.
• Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliations to support inventory accuracy.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate potential shortages, excess inventory, or material concerns to management.
• Prepare and package outgoing shipments in accordance with customer and company requirements.
• Coordinate daily shipments with transportation providers and freight carriers; prepare bills of lading, packing slips, and related shipping documentation.
• Track shipments and assist with resolving transportation or delivery issues as needed.
• Assist the Purchasing Manager with the procurement of raw materials, packaging, and operational supplies.
• Create and process purchase orders based on inventory requirements and production schedules.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, lead times, delivery schedules, and shipment status.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier information while supporting supplier performance tracking and reporting.
• Assist in identifying cost-saving opportunities and alternative sourcing options.
• Generate inventory and purchasing reports as requested and maintain accurate receiving, shipping, inventory, and purchasing records.
• Collaborate with Production, Warehouse, Purchasing, and Accounting to support efficient operations and material availability.
• Follow company safety policies and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Inventory control

Receiving

Shipping

Purchasing

ERP systems

MS Excel

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Justrite Safety Group is seeking an Inventory Assistant to support daily receiving, shipping, inventory control, and purchasing activities in a manufacturing environment. You will help ensure raw materials and finished goods are accurately received, stored, and shipped while supporting procurement efforts.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and collaboration with Purchasing, Production, Warehouse, and Accounting teams.