Purchasing & Inventory Control Specialist (up to $30/hr)

We are seeking a Purchasing & Inventory Control Specialist to support manufacturing operations for a growing company in the power electronics industry. This role is critical to ensuring production schedules are met, inventory is accurate, and materials are available to support on-time delivery.

About the role

The ideal candidate has experience working in a manufacturing environment and is comfortable using an ERP system—ideally Sage X3—to manage production planning, inventory control, and purchasing activities. You'll work cross-functionally with Assembly, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams to keep operations running smoothly.

Location: Minnetonka, MN (100% On-Site)

Responsibilities

• Execute purchasing activities, including requisitions, purchase orders, supplier follow-up, and delivery tracking
• Analyze purchasing requirements, obtain supplier quotes, negotiate pricing and lead times, and coordinate procurement activities to support production schedules and inventory targets
• Create, maintain, and adjust production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability
• Issue, release, track, and close manufacturing work orders within Sage X3
• Manage and monitor raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods inventory
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits, investigate variances, and implement corrective actions
• Maintain accurate item master data, bills of material (BOMs), routings, lead times, and planning parameters
• Identify material shortages, coordinate expediting efforts, and communicate production priorities
• Partner closely with Assembly, Purchasing, and Warehouse teams to support efficient manufacturing operations

Requirements

• Experience working in an ERP system within a manufacturing environment. Sage X3 experience preferred
• Background in purchasing, production planning, inventory control, and/or manufacturing coordination is a huge plus
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across operations, purchasing, and warehouse teams
• Comfortable working fully on-site in a fast-paced manufacturing setting

Benefits

• Stable, long-term career opportunity with a growing manufacturer
• Brand-new, industrial-style office with vaulted ceilings and an outdoor patio
• Tight-knit team of approximately 40 employees with a collaborative, supportive culture
• Profit sharing, 401(k) with a 3% match, and tuition reimbursement
• Casual dress code and fun team events throughout the year

Pay

Up to $30/hour

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (option to leave early Fridays at 4:00 PM)