Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator

About the role

The Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator will manage the company's purchasing and inventory activities, ensuring inventory levels are maintained and orders are placed in a timely and cost-effective manner. The coordinator will collaborate closely with various departments to align inventory levels with production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the parts purchasing process for heavy equipment, trucks, yard supplies, and tools by identifying cost-effective suppliers, negotiating prices, and placing orders for raw materials, finished goods, and supplies.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers to ensure optimal service.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels by reviewing daily and weekly inventory reports and coordinating with relevant departments to ensure stock levels are optimal.
• Review and analyze inventory levels to identify slow-moving items and potential stock shortages, taking appropriate action to meet production demand.
• Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient and order additional parts and supplies as needed.
• Communicate lead times and/or ETA for all ordered parts, including checking back-ordered parts weekly and updating ETAs as necessary.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders.
• Coordinate with the accounting department for payment of orders.
• Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best bid among potential suppliers.
• Check shipments upon arrival to ensure orders are filled correctly and goods meet specifications.
• Process receipt of goods in the inventory management software.
• Process work orders in the maintenance system.
• Enter daily inspections into the system.
• Create and maintain an organized and labeled inventory system.

Requirements

• Experience in inventory management and purchasing for heavy equipment & trucks preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Computer proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and supply chain management.
• Proven experience in developing inventory and organization systems.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• PTO starts at 2 weeks per year, increases with years of service
• 8 paid holidays
• Company-sponsored medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Annual safety boot reimbursement
• 401k
• Free gym membership