Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager

Shevick Sales Corp; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $85,000-$110,000

15 days vacation

6 holidays

401k with match

Health insurance

Job summary

Shevick Sales Corp., the umbrella company behind Sleep On Latex and Earthfoam, seeks a Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager to oversee procurement, inventory, and supplier performance. You will drive strategic sourcing, material flow planning, and ERP/WMS optimization to support operations while minimizing carrying costs and stockouts.

Ideal candidates have a background in supply chain with 2+ years in purchasing or inventory control, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP/WMS systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations, or related field.
• 2+ years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory control.
• Hands-on experience with major ERP systems and WMS tools; advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing and procurement to optimize cost and supplier performance.
• Oversee inventory control across warehouse locations and maintain stock accuracy.
• Coordinate MRP with production, logistics, and sales to prevent bottlenecks.
• Implement JIT, FIFO/LIFO, and ABC analysis to reduce costs.
• Monitor supplier KPIs and lead CAPA for issues.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Demand forecasting

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

ERP systems

WMS tools

Job description

Join Shevick Sales Corp, the umbrella company that owns Sleep On Latex and Earthfoam. Shevick Sales specializes in the manufacturing and selling of all-natural mattresses and mattress products.

We're looking for a Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager to oversee the end-to-end procurement processes, supply chain operations, and inventory management systems to ensure optimal stock levels, cost efficiency, and vendor compliance. This role is responsible for strategic sourcing, material flow planning, and maintaining accurate inventory records across distribution and manufacturing facilities to support operational goals while minimizing carrying costs and stockouts.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing and Procurement

• Develop, implement, and maintain strategic purchasing policies aligned with corporate financial and operational goals.
• Evaluate, select, and build relationships with raw material, component, and operational suppliers.
• Monitor market trends, raw material pricing fluctuations, and global supply chain conditions to proactively manage supply risks.

Inventory Control and Warehouse Management

• Direct and refine inventory control procedures across all warehouse locations, establishing clear safety stock levels, reorder points, and Min/Max thresholds.
• Manage cycle count programs and lead physical inventory audits to maintain 98%+ stock accuracy.
• Coordinate material requirements planning (MRP) with production, logistics, and sales departments to eliminate bottlenecks and prevent excess/obsolete inventory.
• Implement inventory optimization techniques (e.g., Just-In-Time/JIT, FIFO/LIFO tracking, ABC analysis) to reduce scrap, spoilage, and holding costs.

Supplier Quality and Performance Management

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers, including on-time delivery (OTD), defect rate, and cost variance.
• Conduct regular vendor evaluations and business reviews; lead corrective action processes (CAPA) for non-conforming materials or recurring delivery issues.
• Maintain secondary/alternate sourcing strategies for key operational inputs to ensure business continuity.

Process Optimization and Financial Reporting

• Optimize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to automate purchasing workflows and enhance real-time visibility.
• Partner with the accounting and finance departments to reconcile purchase orders, receiving reports, and invoices.

Qualifications & Competencies

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field.

Experience

• 2+ years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory control.

Technical Skills

• Hands-on experience with major ERP systems and WMS tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Core Competencies

• Quantitative data analysis, strategic planning, demand forecasting, and cross-functional team management.

Preferred Certifications & Qualifications

Certifications

• APICS CPIM: Certified in Production and Inventory Management
• CSCP: certified Supply Chain Professional
• ISM CPSM: Certified Professional in Supply Management

Industry Experience

• Background in manufacturing, distribution, retail, or fast-paced consumer goods environments.

Employee Benefits

Here at Shevick Sales Corp, we value the work-life balance of every employee and are pleased to offer the following benefits in addition to your compensation. The following is a brief description of the benefits offered to each Shevick Sales Corp employee. Employees are eligible for benefits after 90 days of employment.

• $85,000-$110,000 annual salary
• Up to fifteen (15) paid vacation days per year, prorated for any partial year in which you work
• Six (6) company-paid holidays per year
• 401k with company matching contribution equal to 100% of your contributions which do not exceed 3% of your compensation, plus 50% of your contributions which exceed 3% but do not exceed 5% of your compensation (Employer matching contributions effective immediately upon plan enrollment)
• Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision through United Healthcare and BlueCross BlueShield with an employer contribution towards your cost of insurance