Strategic Purchasing & Inventory Analyst

Core & Main; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Core & Main, a leading distributor of water infrastructure products, seeks a procurement professional to optimize purchasing and inventory decisions. You will generate performance insights, manage supplier communications, and influence stock levels across categories.

You will collaborate with management to align purchasing with demand, monitor price trends, and drive cost savings while maintaining service levels. Travel is minimal and the role is based in California.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a related discipline; 2-5 years of related experience; certification may be required in some areas.
• MS/MA welcomed with 2-4 years of related experience; certification may be required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate daily purchasing reports and prioritize POs to maximize profit.
• Verify pricing, quantities, and confirmations; attach to POs.
• Manage back order and expedite queues; coordinate with vendors on ship dates.
• Analyze and correct price discrepancies with accounting partners.
• Negotiate prices with vendors to obtain best pricing.
• Handle some commodity purchasing under guidance of Purchasing leader.

Skills

Procurement experience

Inventory management

Product experience

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

MS/MA in related field

Job description

Core & Main, a leading distributor of water infrastructure products, seeks a procurement professional to optimize purchasing and inventory decisions. You will generate performance insights, manage supplier communications, and influence stock levels across categories.

You will collaborate with management to align purchasing with demand, monitor price trends, and drive cost savings while maintaining service levels. Travel is minimal and the role is based in California.