On-Site Purchasing & Inventory Lead

StickerGiant; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

HSA contribution

401(k) matching

Flexible PTO

Job summary

StickerGiant in Longmont, CO is seeking a Purchasing Lead to maintain material flow for production by issuing POs, managing inventory, and tracking vendor performance.

You will work within corporate contracts, communicate with vendors weekly, and support cost-control activities while collaborating with Receiving, Finance, and CI teams. The role requires attention to detail and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in a manufacturing, printing, or packaging environment.
• High school diploma or GED; Supply Chain coursework/degree a plus
• Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, basic formulas) for tracking and reporting
• Strong attention to detail; able to spot discrepancies and know when to elevate
• Ability to read and follow procedure manuals and safety documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable communicating directly with external vendor contacts on a weekly basis regarding supply levels and order details
• Able to represent StickerGiant professionally in vendor interactions while staying within corporate-negotiated contract terms

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for vendor communication on supply levels, delivery timing, and PO details — proactively identifying and communicating potential shortages or quality concerns
• Communicate weekly with key vendor contacts to confirm order status, resolve discrepancies, and maintain supply continuity
• Issue POs for raw materials, office supplies, and small tools
• Verify PO pricing and terms against corporate-negotiated vendor contracts; flag discrepancies
• Support teams with quotes and capex request documentation
• Set and maintain reorder points and safety stock levels using historical usage data
• Monitor inventory levels against supply/demand needs; adjust as lead times shift
• Flag aging, obsolete, or excess inventory
• Track supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, order accuracy) and maintain scorecards
• Feed performance data to Corporate Procurement for renewal/renegotiation decisions
• Monitor outbound freight against corporate contracts; resolve day-to-day issues (delays, damage, claims)
• Catch and flag invoice/PO/packing slip discrepancies before they reach Accounting
• Identify when actual purchase costs deviate from standard cost and route to the appropriate owner
• Maintain open communication with Manufacturing, Receiving, and Accounting on purchasing status

Skills

Vendor management

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Supply Chain coursework

Job description

StickerGiant in Longmont, CO is seeking a Purchasing Lead to maintain material flow for production by issuing POs, managing inventory, and tracking vendor performance.

You will work within corporate contracts, communicate with vendors weekly, and support cost-control activities while collaborating with Receiving, Finance, and CI teams. The role requires attention to detail and strong Excel skills.