Strategic Inventory Purchaser for Manufacturing

Turley International Resources; Mesa, Picayune (AZ, MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Turley International Resources in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Inventory Purchaser to secure raw materials, components, and services for our manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and accounting to ensure materials arrive on time and at best value.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. You will negotiate prices, monitor POs, maintain ERP data, and build strong supplier relationships to minimize

Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing/buying experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience purchasing raw materials, components, parts, or industrial supplies.
• Strong understanding of purchase orders, inventory, lead times, and supplier management.
• Experience working with an ERP/MRP system.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand product specifications, drawings, or bills of material is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple orders and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review purchasing requirements, MRP recommendations, inventory levels, and production schedules to determine material needs.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders for raw materials, components, supplies, and outside services.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotes based on price, quality, delivery, capacity, and overall value.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, freight, and other purchasing conditions with suppliers.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Communicate potential shortages, delays, or supply issues to production and management.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, pricing, lead times, and other data in the ERP system.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with existing suppliers while identifying potential new sources.
• Work with suppliers to resolve issues involving quality, delivery, pricing, or incorrect shipments.
• Coordinate with Quality and Engineering regarding supplier specifications, material requirements, and quality concerns.
• Partner with Inventory/Warehouse personnel to maintain appropriate inventory levels and minimize excess or obsolete material as well as slow moving inventory.
• Review supplier performance and assist with supplier evaluations and improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to reduce material costs, improve lead times, consolidate purchases, and improve overall supply-chain efficiency.
• Assist with annual pricing negotiations and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure purchases comply with company policies, approved supplier requirements, and applicable specifications.
• Support continuous improvement efforts within the purchasing and supply-chain functions.
• Perform other purchasing and supply-chain duties as assigned.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

ERP/MRP system

Education

High school diploma

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Job description

Turley International Resources in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Inventory Purchaser to secure raw materials, components, and services for our manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and accounting to ensure materials arrive on time and at best value.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. You will negotiate prices, monitor POs, maintain ERP data, and build strong supplier relationships to minimize