Strategic Purchasing & Inventory Manager

gpac LLC.; Delafield (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

GPAC is partnering with an established manufacturing company seeking a hands-on Purchasing & Inventory Manager to optimize sourcing, stocking, and material flow in Delafield, WI.

In this role you will negotiate supplier terms, manage ERP/MRP workflows, and lead cycle counts to improve inventory accuracy while reducing shortages and costs across production operations. Collaborate with manufacturing leads to align procurement with production schedules and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in purchasing, inventory, or supply chain.
• Experience in manufacturing operations; steel/fabrication/machining preferred.
• Strong ERP/MRP knowledge.
• Proven negotiation and continuous improvement experience.
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate supplier pricing and terms and monitor vendor performance.
• Improve inventory accuracy with cycle counts and audits.
• Reduce shortages and material costs while preventing production disruptions.

Skills

Purchasing expertise

Inventory management

ERP/MRP proficiency

Supplier negotiation

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

GPAC is partnering with an established manufacturing company seeking a hands-on Purchasing & Inventory Manager to optimize sourcing, stocking, and material flow in Delafield, WI.

In this role you will negotiate supplier terms, manage ERP/MRP workflows, and lead cycle counts to improve inventory accuracy while reducing shortages and costs across production operations. Collaborate with manufacturing leads to align procurement with production schedules and quality standards.