Strategic Buyer & Inventory Planner

LATICRETE International; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

LATICRETE International in Cape Coral, FL is seeking a Buyer to procure quality goods, manage inventory, and drive supply chain excellence. You will work with Planning, Operations, Finance, and suppliers to meet cost, quality, and delivery objectives while supporting demand signals and MRP.

The role emphasizes stocking models, purchase orders, supplier relationships, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Travel up to 5–10% domestically/internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent work experience required.
• 3+ years in procurement, inventory management, or supply chain roles.
• Strong understanding of MRP systems and data parameters.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage stocking models and optimize inventory levels based on demand and lead times.
• Create and manage purchase orders, track orders, and coordinate inbound logistics to meet need dates.
• Resolve supplier issues (price, delivery, invoices) and escalate when needed.
• Collaborate with Demand Planning, Operations, Warehousing, and Finance to align purchasing with production schedules and cash flow.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree in Business/Supply Chain/Finance

Tools

MRP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

LATICRETE International in Cape Coral, FL is seeking a Buyer to procure quality goods, manage inventory, and drive supply chain excellence. You will work with Planning, Operations, Finance, and suppliers to meet cost, quality, and delivery objectives while supporting demand signals and MRP.

The role emphasizes stocking models, purchase orders, supplier relationships, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Travel up to 5–10% domestically/internationally.