Purchasing / Inventory Manager

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Position may include additional functions not listed)*

• Monday – Friday work week on-site (non-negotiable)

• Forecasts inventory needs based on business trends, purchases and manages inventory levels, and purchases equipment and special-order items.
• Coordinates with over-seas vendors in all aspects of sourcing and purchasing (heavy emphasis)
• Negotiates appropriate terms with vendors, resolves vendor product issues, and nurtures effective vendor relationships.
• Acts as Sage 100 Software superuser and creates POs, processes inventory transfers and adjustments as needed.
• Coordinates receiving of materials.
• Oversees annual inventory count.
• Assists with yard oversight and layout.
• Collaborates with sales management on pricing and ensures company profitability.
• Proposes strategies to reduce costs and manages supply chain logistics.

 QUALIFICATIONS: (Required knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, etc.)

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Inventory Management or similar role
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
• An analytical mind with strong math skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

 PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (physical, environmental, travel, etc.)

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Combination of office setting, production floor, and on occasion job sites
• Availability to work additional hours or weekends as projects demand
• Occasional travel may be required