Manufacturing Procurement & Inventory Specialist

Brunner & Lay, Inc.; Springdale, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunner and Lay, Inc. in Springdale, AR, is seeking a Manufacturing Procurement Coordinator to manage materials, inventory, and cost efficiency in our operations.

You will collaborate with teams and vendors to purchase materials, monitor levels, and ensure on-time deliveries while maintaining accurate records and supporting cost-saving projects. The role emphasizes organization, attention to detail, and learning procurement software as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to analyze data to make sound purchasing decisions.
• Comfortable using procurement and inventory software or willing to learn.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials based on company needs, sales forecasts, and usage trends.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors to get the best pricing and lead times.
• Monitor inventory levels and place timely orders to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Track supplier performance, address delays, and resolve any issues that arise.
• Work closely with warehouse and production teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Analyze slow-moving or outdated materials and recommend ways to manage them.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, inventory levels, and supplier agreements.
• Assist with cost-saving projects, internal process improvements, and vendor negotiations.
• Support freight coordination, purchasing reports, and sales team travel arrangements when needed.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Organizational skills

Negotiation abilities

Data analysis for purchasing

Procurement software familiarity

Multitasking under changing priorities

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Brunner and Lay, Inc. in Springdale, AR, is seeking a Manufacturing Procurement Coordinator to manage materials, inventory, and cost efficiency in our operations.

You will collaborate with teams and vendors to purchase materials, monitor levels, and ensure on-time deliveries while maintaining accurate records and supporting cost-saving projects. The role emphasizes organization, attention to detail, and learning procurement software as needed.