Strategic Procurement & Inventory Specialist

LATICRETE International; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Tuition reimbursement

13 paid holidays in addition to paid…

Flexible spending

Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental…

1 week paid plant shutdown between the

Job summary

LATICRETE International in Kernersville, NC is seeking a Procurement professional to manage inventory, execute MRP-driven purchasing, and optimize supplier relationships for cost, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Planning, Operations, Finance, and Suppliers, requiring strong analytical skills and a commitment to ethical sourcing and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Finance or equivalent work experience.
• Proven 3+ years’ experience in procurement, inventory management, or supply chain roles.
• Strong understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and data parameters.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in inventory control techniques and inventory management software.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management (35%): Implement stocking models, conduct reviews, identify risks, and maintain planning data.
• Procurement (30%): Create POs, manage orders, coordinate inbound logistics, and resolve issues with suppliers.
• Supplier Relationship Management (10%): Cultivate relationships, capture delivery/quality issues, and track supplier performance.
• Collaboration (25%): Partner with Demand Planning, Operations, Finance, and Logistics to align purchasing with production.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Finance

Tools

MRP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

LATICRETE International in Kernersville, NC is seeking a Procurement professional to manage inventory, execute MRP-driven purchasing, and optimize supplier relationships for cost, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Planning, Operations, Finance, and Suppliers, requiring strong analytical skills and a commitment to ethical sourcing and continuous improvement.