Materials Planner & Stock Buyer

Vfp-Inc; Peterson (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Vfp-Inc is seeking a Purchasing / Inventory Clerk to maintain stock levels and support production materials. You will verify stock, process requisitions, and assist in vendor coordination to expedite deliveries. A background in purchasing with 1–2 years of experience and solid computer skills is required.

You will work closely with warehouse and engineering teams to ensure accurate part numbers and timely replenishments, while adhering to safety and inventory control procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of algebra, geometry and mathematical formulas.
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office and inventory/payroll systems.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support Production materials to match production schedule, backorders, and urgent orders.
• Review warehouse stock for order placement and replacement.
• Verify and count stock in warehouse locations for work orders.
• Support bi-annual inventory activities and discrepancies resolution.
• Process requisitions, compare quantities to inventory levels, and place orders.
• Coordinate with vendors, expediting deliveries and resolving invoicing issues.
• Assist with vendor management inventories and new VMI programs.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping in warehouse and comply with regulations.
• Support Engineering with part number changes, TCNs, and ECN updates.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Inventory systems

Payroll systems

Analytical skills

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

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Job description

Vfp-Inc is seeking a Purchasing / Inventory Clerk to maintain stock levels and support production materials. You will verify stock, process requisitions, and assist in vendor coordination to expedite deliveries. A background in purchasing with 1–2 years of experience and solid computer skills is required.

You will work closely with warehouse and engineering teams to ensure accurate part numbers and timely replenishments, while adhering to safety and inventory control procedures.