Purchasing & Inventory Manager

Australia-Employment; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO 2 weeks

Sick days 5

Holidays 8

Job summary

Jobot seeks a dynamic Purchasing & Inventory Manager in Irvine, CA, on-site, to oversee procurement operations, inventory control, and vendor relationships for a permanent role. You will drive strategic purchasing, forecast demand, and lead a team ensuring optimal stock levels and cost efficiency.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and 5+ years in purchasing/inventory, with strong negotiation and leadership capabilities. Experience with fleet maintenance and Service Titan is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, or a similar role in the Engineering industry.
• Proven experience in procurement, RFQ, issuing Purchase Orders, vendor management, and Warehouse Management.
• Demonstrated ability in managing and forecasting inventory.
• Proficiency in using Service Titan or similar operations management software.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with B2B relationships.
• Solid knowledge of fleet and equipment maintenance, including preventative measures.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industry-specific materials and service requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the purchasing and inventory department.
• Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Lead the procurement process, including sourcing, RFQ, negotiations, and issuance of Purchase Orders.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to forecast demand and ensure adequate stock levels.
• Develop and manage relationships with vendors, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery of goods.
• Implement and manage the Warehouse Management system to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Conduct regular inventory audits to prevent discrepancies and loss.
• Develop and execute cost reduction strategies and efficiency improvements.
• Oversee the fleet and equipment maintenance programs, including preventative maintenance.
• Utilize Service Titan and other systems to streamline operations and improve service levels.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and ethical standards related to procurement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing and inventory team.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Forecasting

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Service Titan

Job description

Purchasing & Inventory Manager

$100000 - $125000 per year | Irvine, CA | On-site | Permanent

Equipment Company looking for Purchasing & Inventory Manager

A bit about us:

We provide industry-leading service and offer proactive maintenance, repairs, and installation for commercial industrial equipment

Why join us?

• Generous Base Compensation
• Full-Time and stable opportunity
• 401k
• Medical, Dental, Vision (50% employee contribution)
• 2 weeks PTO
• 5 Sick Days Paid
• 8 Holidays Paid

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Purchasing & Inventory Manager to join our team. This is a permanent role that involves overseeing the company's supply chain, procurement operations, inventory management, and vendor relationships. You will be responsible for the strategic planning and execution of all purchasing and inventory control activities, ensuring optimal cost management, and maintaining top-notch service levels.

Responsibilities:

• Purchasing Systems, Process & Controls (25%)
• Procurement Oversight & Direct Execution (25%)
• Inventory Control, Demand Planning & Price Book (20%)
• Vendor Sourcing, Negotiation & Cost Management (15%)
• Fleet, Uniforms & PPE (10%)
• Leadership, Reporting & Continuous Improvement (5%)

1. Manage and oversee the daily operations of the purchasing and inventory department.
2. Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
3. Lead the procurement process, including sourcing, RFQ, negotiations, and issuance of Purchase Orders.
4. Collaborate with key stakeholders to forecast demand and ensure adequate stock levels.
5. Develop and manage relationships with vendors, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery of goods.
6. Implement and manage the Warehouse Management system to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
7. Conduct regular inventory audits to prevent discrepancies and loss.
8. Develop and execute cost reduction strategies and efficiency improvements.
9. Oversee the fleet and equipment maintenance programs, including preventative maintenance.
10. Utilize Service Titan and other systems to streamline operations and improve service levels.
11. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and ethical standards related to procurement.
12. Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing and inventory team.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, or a similar role in the Engineering industry.
3. Proven experience in procurement, RFQ, issuing Purchase Orders, vendor management, and Warehouse Management.
4. Demonstrated ability in managing and forecasting inventory.
5. Proficiency in using Service Titan or similar operations management software.
6. Strong negotiation skills and experience with B2B relationships.
7. Solid knowledge of fleet and equipment maintenance, including preventative measures.
8. Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
9. Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
10. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
11. Knowledge of industry-specific materials and service requirements.
12. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.