Strategic Inventory Planner & Purchasing Coordinator

Emergent Software; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergent Software in Seattle, WA is seeking an Inventory Planner & Purchasing Coordinator to forecast inventory, create purchase orders, and coordinate with vendors. You will monitor supplier timelines and ensure timely product availability, working closely with freight partners on shipments.

This role is hybrid with onsite days and Friday remote flexibility at management’s discretion. You’ll track inventory, optimize orders, and collaborate with warehouse and accounting teams to resolve

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of experience in inventory planning, forecasting, replenishment, purchasing, procurement, or supply chain.
• Experience forecasting inventory needs and managing purchase orders.
• Experience working directly with vendors and managing supplier lead times.
• Experience with an ERP, inventory management, or sales-processing system.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple priorities and timelines.
• Proactive and able to independently follow up with vendors and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Forecast inventory needs based on demand, sales trends, lead times, and business needs.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify replenishment needs, shortages, or overages.
• Create and manage purchase orders with domestic and international suppliers.
• Manage vendor timelines from purchase order through production and delivery.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding availability, lead times, and expected delivery dates.
• Coordinate with the company's freight partner on incoming international shipments.
• Track incoming inventory and communicate delays or changes to internal teams.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory information within internal systems.
• Partner with warehouse and accounting teams to resolve receiving, inventory, or invoice discrepancies.

Skills

Inventory planning

Forecasting

Purchasing

Procurement

Supplier coordination

ERP systems

Excel

Inventory management

Organization

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Vendor follow-up

Tools

ERP software

SalesPad

Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains

Job description

Emergent Software in Seattle, WA is seeking an Inventory Planner & Purchasing Coordinator to forecast inventory, create purchase orders, and coordinate with vendors. You will monitor supplier timelines and ensure timely product availability, working closely with freight partners on shipments.

This role is hybrid with onsite days and Friday remote flexibility at management’s discretion. You’ll track inventory, optimize orders, and collaborate with warehouse and accounting teams to resolve