Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator

J. H. Larson Co.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k with employer match

Life insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Health Saving Account with employer?—?

Job summary

J.H. Larson Company in Plymouth, MN is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support the purchasing team with data management, vendor communication, and proactive problem-solving.

You will process purchase orders, track deliveries, and help maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records in our ERP system. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (associate or bachelor’s preferred), at least 1 year in an administrative or purchasing-related role, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in administrative, purchasing, inventory, customer service, or related role.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Experience with distribution, inventory, or ERP software; Eclipse a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Wholesale distribution experience preferred.
• Valid US Driver’s license and reliable transportation; clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and proper follow-up documentation through queue management.
• Communicate with vendors to confirm orders, track deliveries, and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain positive supplier relationships and support vendor performance monitoring.
• Support market research to identify new suppliers, competitive pricing, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment activities to ensure adequate stock availability.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier records within ERP system.
• Reconcile purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices; collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate with warehouse personnel to verify deliveries, investigate shortages, and ensure order accuracy.
• Assist with inventory audits, cycle counts, and reporting to support inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Prepare purchasing and inventory reports and provide administrative support to the department as needed.
• Travel up to 10%

Skills

MS Excel

Verbal communication

Organization

Multitasking

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP software (Eclipse)

Job description

J.H. Larson Company in Plymouth, MN is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support the purchasing team with data management, vendor communication, and proactive problem-solving.

You will process purchase orders, track deliveries, and help maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records in our ERP system. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (associate or bachelor’s preferred), at least 1 year in an administrative or purchasing-related role, and strong Excel skills.