Strategic Inventory & Purchasing Manager

Navigate Search; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Navigate Search is seeking an Inventory & Purchasing Manager to oversee purchasing, raw material procurement, inventory control, and customer-specific inventory requirements. You will ensure materials are available when needed and maintain accurate records, while coordinating with internal teams and suppliers.

The role emphasizes strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with experience in purchasing, inventory management, or a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, inventory management, or manufacturing.
• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent communication and follow-through.
• Experience with inventory or ERP systems.
• Fishbowl experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Purchase raw materials based on confirmed Purchase Orders and production requirements.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels to prevent material shortages.
• Monitor supplier orders, availability, pricing, lead times, and deliveries.
• Source materials for new samples, special projects, and customer requests.
• Prepare material cost estimates for samples and special projects.
• Prepare and maintain daily inventory reports.
• Monitor inventory levels and identify potential shortages or discrepancies.
• Conduct month-end physical inventory counts and compare results with system records.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Record materials ordered and inventory transactions in Fishbowl.
• Review and maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records.
• Scan and file supplier packing lists in Dropbox.
• Email packing lists and Certificates of Conformance (COCs) to Accounting for payment processing.
• Source and track materials required for customer samples.
• Prepare material cost estimates for samples.
• Provide timely updates regarding material availability and shipment status.
• Communicate inventory shortages, purchasing issues, supplier delays, and other concerns promptly.
• Assist with improving purchasing and inventory procedures.

Skills

Purchasing

Inventory management

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Independent & collaborative

Tools

Fishbowl

Dropbox

Job description

Navigate Search is seeking an Inventory & Purchasing Manager to oversee purchasing, raw material procurement, inventory control, and customer-specific inventory requirements. You will ensure materials are available when needed and maintain accurate records, while coordinating with internal teams and suppliers.

The role emphasizes strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with experience in purchasing, inventory management, or a manufacturing environment.