Purchasing/Inventory Assistant

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Bossier City, LA is seeking a Purchasing & Inventory Specialist to handle purchasing, receiving, inventory control and material management in a hands-on role.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable coordinating with vendors and inventory systems, and able to verify materials in the warehouse. Hours are Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM, with a full benefits package and pay of $18–$20/hr DOE.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, inventory control, receiving, warehouse operations, or manufacturing.
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP or inventory management systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry.
• Ability to stay organized and follow up on outstanding orders.
• Comfortable working in both an office and industrial environment.
• Able to physically locate, count, identify, and verify inventory.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and maintaining purchase orders and purchasing records.
• Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, order status, delivery dates, and backordered materials.
• Request and organize vendor quotes and purchasing information.
• Receive incoming materials and verify items and quantities against purchase orders and shipping documents.
• Enter received materials into the inventory system and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Maintain accurate part numbers, descriptions, quantities, storage locations, and inventory levels.
• Process inventory transactions and document materials moving in and out of inventory.
• Perform routine inventory counts and assist with resolving inventory discrepancies.
• Research parts, manufacturers, specifications, and product information as needed.
• Organize inventory, parts, and materials within designated warehouse and storage areas.
• Maintain organized purchasing, receiving, and inventory documentation.
• Communicate with production, warehouse, purchasing, and other departments regarding material needs.
• Assist with general purchasing, receiving, warehouse, and inventory functions as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Inventory management systems

Job description

Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Pay: $18–$20/hr DOE
Hours: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–6:00 PM
Location: Bossier City, LA 71111
Benefits: Full Benefits Package

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Job Description

A manufacturing company in Bossier City is seeking a Purchasing & Inventory Specialist to assist with purchasing, receiving, inventory control, and material management operations.

This is a hands‑on position that combines computer and administrative work with time spent in the warehouse and manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with vendors and inventory systems, and willing to physically verify materials and inventory as needed.

Job Duties

• Assist with creating and maintaining purchase orders and purchasing records

• Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, order status, delivery dates, and backordered materials

• Request and organize vendor quotes and purchasing information

• Receive incoming materials and verify items and quantities against purchase orders and shipping documents

• Enter received materials into the inventory system and maintain accurate inventory records

• Maintain accurate part numbers, descriptions, quantities, storage locations, and inventory levels

• Process inventory transactions and document materials moving in and out of inventory

• Perform routine inventory counts and assist with resolving inventory discrepancies

• Research parts, manufacturers, specifications, and product information as needed

• Organize inventory, parts, and materials within designated warehouse and storage areas

• Maintain organized purchasing, receiving, and inventory documentation

• Communicate with production, warehouse, purchasing, and other departments regarding material needs

• Assist with general purchasing, receiving, warehouse, and inventory functions as needed

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing, inventory control, receiving, warehouse operations, or manufacturing preferred

• Basic Microsoft Excel skills required

• Experience with purchasing, ERP, or inventory management systems is a plus

• Strong attention to detail and accurate data-entry skills

• Ability to stay organized and follow up on outstanding orders and materials

• Comfortable working in both an office and industrial/manufacturing environment

• Able to physically locate, count, identify, and verify inventory and materials

• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills

• Dependable and willing to learn established purchasing and inventory processes

Schedule & Compensation

• Monday–Friday

• 6:00 AM–6:00 PM

• $18–$20/hr DOE

• Full benefits package

This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, inventory, receiving, warehouse operations, material handling, or manufacturing who wants to build their skills in a growing industrial environment.