Procurement & Inventory Specialist (Plant Operations)

Talentify; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Contract Procurement Coordinator to support inventory management and supplier relations in a California facility. The role emphasizes accurate records, timely orders, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Based in Turlock, this fully onsite contract position offers daily coordination of parts procurement, vendor communications, and data entry within ERP systems to keep plant maintenance operations smoothly stocked.

Qualifications

• Experience with procurement, purchasing, and purchase order processing.
• Ability to manage parts inventory levels and maintain accurate stock records.
• Proficiency using computer databases, ERP or MRP systems to track and process purchases and inventory data.
• Basic computational skills for pricing, order entry, and data analysis.
• Strong organization and attention to detail in handling parts, documentation, and records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with vendors, colleagues, and management.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently, following all safety procedures and using safety equipment as required.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills when carrying out assigned duties and resolving issues.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar purchasing role or 1-2 years of experience in a maintenance environment, or equivalent formal training.
• Ability to ask for assistance when processes are unclear and to follow established procedures.Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities

• Research parts, pricing, and availability to support inventory replenishment and specific maintenance needs.
• Establish and maintain accounts with vendors and develop positive, professional vendor relationships.
• Order, receive, store, label, and organize parts inventories to ensure efficient access and accurate stock levels.
• Process electronic purchase orders, including submission, recording, and tracking within relevant systems.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while managing all key procurement and inventory activities.
• Report daily work orders and activity, maintaining clear and accurate documentation of tasks and purchases.
• Determine parts disposition as needed, including decisions about repair, replacement, or scrapping.
• Follow all safety rules and working procedures, including the proper use of safety equipment.
• Collaborate effectively with co-workers, management, customers, vendors, and employees to support a harmonious and productive work environment.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute to a quality-focused environment.

Skills

Procurement

Purchasing

Purchase orders

Inventory management

ERP/MRP systems

Data entry

Vendor relations

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

1+ year experience

Procedural adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Contract Procurement Coordinator to support inventory management and supplier relations in a California facility. The role emphasizes accurate records, timely orders, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Based in Turlock, this fully onsite contract position offers daily coordination of parts procurement, vendor communications, and data entry within ERP systems to keep plant maintenance operations smoothly stocked.