Procurement & Inventory Specialist

Certified Power Inc; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Certified Power Inc. seeks a detail‑oriented Purchasing Assistant to manage purchasing administration, returns, vendor acknowledgments, expediting, and inventory control.

You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure accurate orders, timely deliveries, and cost effective procurement. Responsibilities include processing purchase orders, maintaining records, supporting reports, and identifying process improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or related roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage returns process for defective or excess inventory and coordinate with vendors for authorizations and refunds.
• Oversee repairs processing for Gast units and ensure proper documentation and workflows.
• Monitor vendor acknowledgments for purchase orders and resolve discrepancies.
• Expedite orders with vendors and monitor status to prevent delays and expedite shipments.
• Assist with generating and maintaining direct ship purchase orders; verify pricing and delivery dates.
• Support inventory management activities including stock replenishment, cycle counts, and reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate records of purchasing transactions and ensure proper filing for audits.
• Prepare reports on purchasing activity, vendor performance, inventory levels, and cost savings.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to streamline procurement workflows.
• Provide clerical support and assist shipping/receiving as needed.
• Assist shipping and receiving: pick orders, package for shipment, verify accuracy.

Skills

Organization

Communication

MS Excel

Detail orientation

Vendor coordination

Teamwork

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Epicor P21

Job description

Certified Power Inc. seeks a detail‑oriented Purchasing Assistant to manage purchasing administration, returns, vendor acknowledgments, expediting, and inventory control.

You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure accurate orders, timely deliveries, and cost effective procurement. Responsibilities include processing purchase orders, maintaining records, supporting reports, and identifying process improvements.