Procurement & Inventory Specialist (Manufacturing)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan

Direct Deposit

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks a purchasing/supply chain professional based in Indianapolis, IN, to manage purchasing, inventory, supplier communication, and records, while supporting scheduling and data analysis.

The role requires 5+ years in purchasing or supply chain, experience with MRP systems, and strong Excel skills. Monday–Friday, 7:30A–4:30P, with a pay range of $50-60K annually; benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and more.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred, ideally in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience, with knowledge of scheduling processes.
• Previous experience in purchasing and/or scheduling, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using MRP systems and understanding of manufacturing/operations flow.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including creating and maintaining spreadsheets and linking supporting documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze data, calculate costs, monitor inventory, and prepare reports.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to work varying shifts/hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing and inventory needs by requisitioning materials, obtaining quotes, monitoring supplier deliveries, and maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal teams regarding pricing, delivery schedules, shipment status, discrepancies, and quote requests.
• Maintain purchasing and supplier records, including vendor files, purchasing documentation, supplier performance, freight costs, and compliance records.
• Analyze and report supply chain data, including inventory, material usage, freight costs, supplier performance, and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Support the Materials Manager and scheduling team with customer service, scheduling coverage, work instructions, freight claims, reporting, and special projects.

Skills

Purchasing

Scheduling

MRP systems

Excel

Communication

Independent work

Education

Associate's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

MRP systems

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East seeks a purchasing/supply chain professional based in Indianapolis, IN, to manage purchasing, inventory, supplier communication, and records, while supporting scheduling and data analysis.

The role requires 5+ years in purchasing or supply chain, experience with MRP systems, and strong Excel skills. Monday–Friday, 7:30A–4:30P, with a pay range of $50-60K annually; benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and more.