Strategic Purchasing & Receiving Lead

Bee Green Recycling & Supply; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental, Vision, Supplemental, and Life

PTO

401(k) with 5% Company Contribution

Right Now Media At Work

SmartDollar Financial Wellness Tools

Chaplaincy Care

Job summary

Bee Green Recycling & Supply in Oakland, CA seeks a Head of Purchasing & Receiving to manage all inventory, source products, and maintain stock levels. You will oversee purchasing, receiving, and logistics coordination to ensure accurate records and efficient operations.

The role requires budget awareness, data accuracy, and strong collaboration with supervisors and inventory staff. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
• Certification in logistics or supply chain and 1–2 years of related experience.
• 4 years of recent experience in logistics, shipping/receiving, or supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain optimal stock levels by analyzing sales trends, seasonal demand, and historical usage.
• Coordinate with Yard Supervisors, Lead CSR, Turf & Hardscape Lead, Stocking & Facing Clerks, and Inventory Manager to establish upcoming inventory needs.
• Generate and manage purchase orders (POs) based on store needs, supplier lead times, and budget constraints, and send to Logistics Coordinator for scheduling transportation.
• Monitor and manage inventory turnover, ensuring efficient purchasing to avoid stock shortages or overages.
• Monitor designated purchasing budget and ensure that all purchases fall within the established budgetary constraints.
• Oversee all incoming shipments, ensuring proper handling and verification as soon as product is received on site.
• Supervise the receiving team to ensure inventory is accurately counted, inspected for quality, and properly recorded in the system.
• Address and resolve discrepancies such as short shipments, damaged goods, or incorrect deliveries with suppliers.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all purchases, shipments, and inventory adjustments.
• Assist in periodic inventory audits and cycle counts to maintain accurate records.
• Monitor purchase orders still open past expiration date and follow up with vendors on order status.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

ERP system proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Epicor Biztrak

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Bee Green Recycling & Supply in Oakland, CA seeks a Head of Purchasing & Receiving to manage all inventory, source products, and maintain stock levels. You will oversee purchasing, receiving, and logistics coordination to ensure accurate records and efficient operations.

The role requires budget awareness, data accuracy, and strong collaboration with supervisors and inventory staff. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive hourly rate.