Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator

Certified Power Solutions; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Certified Power Solutions seeks a Purchasing Assistant to manage procurement-related administrative tasks, returns, vendor communications, and inventory control. The role collaborates with vendors and internal teams to ensure cost-effective, timely purchases and accurate documentation.

The position involves processing returns and repairs, expediting orders, and maintaining purchase orders, with emphasis on accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory management or related roles.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Manage returns processing with vendors to authorize returns and process refunds or replacements.
• Coordinate repairs for Gast units with technicians and sales reps to ensure proper documentation.
• Monitor vendor acknowledgments for purchase orders and resolve discrepancies.
• Expedite orders with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies.
• Assist with generating and maintaining direct ship purchase orders per policy and verify pricing/delivery.
• Support inventory management including stock replenishment, cycle counting, and reconciliations.
• Maintain records of purchasing transactions and ensure proper filing for audits.
• Assist inventory control with reports on purchasing, vendor performance, and cost savings.
• Identify process improvements to streamline procurement workflows.
• Handle routine clerical tasks and respond to emails/phone calls as needed.
• Backup shipping/receiving: pick, pack, verify items, and check incoming orders.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Epicor P21 familiarity

Analytical skills

Inventory management

Purchasing experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP software (Epicor P21)

Job description

Certified Power Solutions seeks a Purchasing Assistant to manage procurement-related administrative tasks, returns, vendor communications, and inventory control. The role collaborates with vendors and internal teams to ensure cost-effective, timely purchases and accurate documentation.

The position involves processing returns and repairs, expediting orders, and maintaining purchase orders, with emphasis on accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.