Procurement & Inventory Specialist

Accentuate Staffing; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accentuate Staffing is seeking a Procurement & Inventory Specialist for a logistics client in Rocky Mount, NC. The role involves managing the purchasing process, overseeing inventory, and ensuring the seamless flow of goods. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and experience in food service or logistics, complementing a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or logistics-related industries is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, adapt, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process and maintain optimal inventory levels across warehouse locations.
• Oversee inbound logistics and coordinate product movement from suppliers to distribution centers.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships; negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Accentuate Staffing is currently recruiting a detail-oriented and strategic Procurement & Inventory Specialist to join a dynamic logistics client based in Rocky Mount, NC. This individual will be responsible for managing the purchasing process and overseeing inventory across multiple warehouse locations, ensuring a seamless flow of goods from suppliers to facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the procurement process and maintain optimal inventory levels across warehouse locations.
• Oversee inbound logistics, coordinating the movement of products from suppliers to distribution centers.
• Ensure real-time, accurate receiving data to support customer visibility and operational decision-making.
• Analyze operational reports and leverage data to improve supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with logistics, warehouse, and customer service teams to resolve delivery issues.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships; negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Support cross-docking, inter-branch transfers, and management of import purchase orders.
• Partner with Customer Service and National Account Managers on inventory allocation.
• Consolidate inbound shipments to optimize inventory turns and reduce freight costs.
• Coordinate purchase order timing with logistics to support transportation schedules and closed-loop circuits.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in food service or logistics-related industries is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving and negotiation capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritize, adapt, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.