Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Curb Roller Manufacturing; Fairview (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking an Entry-Level Purchasing & Inventory Specialist to optimize procurement processes and manage inventory. This role involves ensuring accurate stock tracking, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting logistical operations, while offering a competitive salary and benefits package including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Health insurance for full-time employees

Paid time off, including vacation

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Paid emergency volunteer time

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory control or supply chain management.
• Strong knowledge of procurement management processes.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Handle inventory levels and procurement processes.
• Monitor vendor relationships and oversee stock.
• Ensure accurate inventory data and support reporting.

Skills

Inventory control

Supply chain management

Procurement management

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing & Inventory Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in handling inventory levels, ensuring accurate tracking of stock, and optimizing procurement processes. This position requires a strong understanding of logistics, supply chain management, and inventory control systems to support our operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize digital and hard-copy vendor files with up-to-date contact info
• Build and maintain strong relationships with both existing and new vendors
• Ensure multiple vendor options for all materials and parts
• Monitor market trends affecting lead times and costs
• Support streamlined ordering procedures and vendor partnerships

Inventory Management

• Forecast quarterly inventory needs
• Maintain accurate inventory data and execute regular cycle counts
• Create, implement, and manage a clear location system
• Track lots to ensure consistent product quality
• Retain a small stock of discontinued parts for support
• Maintain inventory and check-in/check-out process for demo and rental units
• Coordinate closely with the Sales team to manage and audit demo equipment

Reporting

Provide timely and accurate reports including:

• Open purchase orders
• Inventory discrepancies or “negative lots”
• Quarterly and annual vendor purchase summaries

Requirements

• Proven experience in inventory control or supply chain management.
• Strong knowledge of procurement management processes and contract management.
• Familiarity with or ability to learn ERP systems and logistics operations.
• Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated.
• Strong analytical skills for data interpretation and problem-solving.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

Yearly pay of $40,000 to $60,000 will determined based on experience.

Some of our benefits include:

• Health insurance for full-time employees
• Paid time off , including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Parental leave and bereavement leave
• Paid emergency volunteer time (e.g., fire or EMS service)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Construction

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