Strategic Purchasing & Inventory Analyst

CFS; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stability

Long-tenured team

Internal growth potential

Job summary

CFS in NW Portland is seeking a Purchasing Agent to own non-stock purchasing, ERP pricing, and inventory reconciliation across our distribution operations. This onsite role rewards detail-oriented analysts who excel at numerical analysis, vendor coordination, and maintaining cost accuracy.

You will analyze inventory reports, support cycle counts, resolve discrepancies, and drive continuous improvements to ensure on-time delivery at the right cost.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Proven organizational abilities to manage multiple procurement priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working with data, inventory reporting, and enterprise software systems (ERP).
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with vendors, internal managers, and warehouse staff.
• A team-oriented mindset centered on accountability, continuous learning, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing Management: Oversee non-stock purchasing workflows, validate purchase orders, and ensure buying accuracy across product lines.
• ERP Pricing Integrity: Review, update, and maintain accurate vendor pricing schedules and inventory data within the ERP system.
• Inventory Analysis & Verification: Analyze purchasing and stock reports to support inventory-turn targets, maintain detailed records, and participate in regular cycle counts.
• Vendor & Discrepancy Resolution: Coordinate vendor returns, resolve invoice or receiving discrepancies, and maintain clear communication with supply partners.
• Process Improvement: Identify workflow bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement operations.
• Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with warehouse, sales, and operations teams to align inventory availability with customer delivery schedules.

Job description

CFS in NW Portland is seeking a Purchasing Agent to own non-stock purchasing, ERP pricing, and inventory reconciliation across our distribution operations. This onsite role rewards detail-oriented analysts who excel at numerical analysis, vendor coordination, and maintaining cost accuracy.

You will analyze inventory reports, support cycle counts, resolve discrepancies, and drive continuous improvements to ensure on-time delivery at the right cost.