Strategic Purchasing & Inventory Lead | 401(k) & Benefits

Wausau Container Corporation; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

HSA/HRA options

Career growth

Team environment

Job summary

Wausau Container Corporation in Wisconsin is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to lead procurement and inventory management for our production teams. The role emphasizes strong leadership, financial accountability, and continuous improvement to optimize costs and reliability.

You will analyze demand, manage POs and pricing, and collaborate with suppliers to secure material availability, accurate reporting, and efficient operations across the plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in purchasing, inventory or supply chain management.
• Strong Excel skills and data analysis.
• Experience with Power BI and ERP/inventory software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee purchasing and inventory management to support production.
• Analyze demand, schedules, and trends to guide purchasing strategy.
• Manage POs, pricing, and records for cost efficiency.
• Develop supplier relationships and negotiate pricing and terms.
• Implement FIFO inventory practices and reduce aging/obsolete stock.
• Lead data tracking using Excel, Power BI, and internal systems.
• Drive warehouse barcode scanning and inventory tracking initiatives.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Inventory management

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Wausau Container Corporation in Wisconsin is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to lead procurement and inventory management for our production teams. The role emphasizes strong leadership, financial accountability, and continuous improvement to optimize costs and reliability.

You will analyze demand, manage POs and pricing, and collaborate with suppliers to secure material availability, accurate reporting, and efficient operations across the plant.