Procurement & Inventory Specialist (Hybrid)

Restek Corporation; Bellefonte (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Restek Corporation is seeking a Buyer II in Bellefonte, PA. The role focuses on owning the purchasing process for select raw materials, leveraging ERP to monitor inventory, and partnering with planning, receiving, and sourcing teams to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement.

You will lead RFQs, analyze supplier performance, and drive continuous improvements in inventory and supplier relationships within a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years buying, procurement, or inventory control experience or an associate’s degree in business or related field.
• Certifications such as APICS, ISM, SCM are a strong plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/purchasing systems.

Responsibilities

• Own purchasing process for select raw materials and ensure timely procurement.
• Use ERP to monitor inventory, prevent shortages, and optimize turns.
• Prepare and execute purchase orders aligned with planning needs.
• Collaborate with Planning and Receiving to adjust stocking strategies.
• Lead RFQ process and evaluate bids on cost, lead time, and quality.
• Track supplier performance and resolve invoice or quality issues.

Skills

Detail oriented

Communication

Technical reading

Negotiation

Independence

Education

Associate's degree in business or Supply Chain

APICS/ISM/SCM certifications

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Restek Corporation is seeking a Buyer II in Bellefonte, PA. The role focuses on owning the purchasing process for select raw materials, leveraging ERP to monitor inventory, and partnering with planning, receiving, and sourcing teams to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement.

You will lead RFQs, analyze supplier performance, and drive continuous improvements in inventory and supplier relationships within a hybrid work setup.