Strategic Procurement & Inventory Manager

CellSite Solutions, LLC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health insurance

401k with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

CellSite Solutions, LLC in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Procurement and Inventory Manager to oversee purchasing, inventory control, and supplier relationships, reporting to the COO to maximize profitability. This role focuses on ensuring timely deliveries and accurate budgeting.

You will develop vendor strategies, manage purchase orders, and coordinate with Operations, Sales, Finance, and Estimating teams to ensure accurate budgeting and timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred.
• At least five years of buying or purchasing experience required; supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the purchases of supplies, materials, and parts for the company.
• Manages vendor/subcontractor onboarding and compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, prices, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability; directs purchasing programs accordingly.
• Develops and maintains inventory databases for supplies and materials used.
• Assists and oversees physical inventory audits and monthly cycle counts.
• Negotiates and completes contracts with vendors for optimal cost and delivery times.
• Creates, reviews, and approves purchase orders, ensuring adherence to guidelines.
• Collaborates with other departments to maximize purchasing and inventory efficiency.
• Communicates with suppliers to resolve problems regarding delivery, quality, price, or sale conditions.

Skills

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Tact and ethics

Organization

Time management

Analytical thinking

Leadership & training

MS Office

Inventory software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Inventory software

Job description

CellSite Solutions, LLC in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Procurement and Inventory Manager to oversee purchasing, inventory control, and supplier relationships, reporting to the COO to maximize profitability. This role focuses on ensuring timely deliveries and accurate budgeting.

You will develop vendor strategies, manage purchase orders, and coordinate with Operations, Sales, Finance, and Estimating teams to ensure accurate budgeting and timely deliveries.