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Job Title: Inventory Purchaser/Remote
Department: Inventory
Reports to: Inventory Manager
Job Summary:
The Inventory Purchaser is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the organization’s inventory levels, ensuring accurate records of goods, and supporting the overall efficiency of the supply chain. This role involves purchasing, receiving, counting, and organizing stock, as well as ensuring data accuracy within the inventory management system. The Inventory Purchaser helps prevent stock discrepancies and ensures that adequate stock levels are maintained to meet production and sales demands. Assisting with the purchase of goods and services required by the organization. This includes processing purchase orders, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating with vendors to ensure timely delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Processing Purchase Orders
- Prepare and process purchase orders in the procurement system.
- Ensure all purchase orders are properly approved according to company policies.
- Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.
- Enter purchasing data into internal systems accurately and maintain up-to-date records of purchasing transactions.
- Inventory Management
- Monitor inventory levels and maintain min/max levels.
- Assist with regular inventory audits and reconciliation.
- Ensure timely replenishment of stock to avoid shortages and support production or sales needs.
- Maintain accurate records of all stock transactions, including receipts, transfers, and returns.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical stock counts and inventory records.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Ensure that inventory storage areas are organized and comply with safety regulations.
- Handle hazardous or perishable inventory following company and regulatory standards.
- Report damaged or missing inventory to supervisors for further action.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree or certification in inventory management or a related field is beneficial.
- Experience: Previous experience in inventory control, purchasing, warehouse management, or stockroom operations is preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Sonar or other ERP software and basic Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
- Attention to Detail: Ability to perform accurate inventory counts and maintain error-free records.
- Organizational Skills: Strong ability to organize stock and work areas efficiently.
- Communication Skills: Good written and verbal communication skills for coordination with different departments and suppliers.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials and equipment (up to 50 lbs).
- Must be able to stand, walk, and perform repetitive movements for long periods.
- Must follow all safety guidelines and operate warehouse machinery, such as forklifts or pallet jacks, if required.
- Work Location: Remote position.
- This is a staff position.
- This is a Nonexempt position.
- This is a Full-Time position.
- The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday.
What we Offer:
- PAID time off
- PAID holidays
- PAID life insurance
- 401k with Match
- 3 Medical Plans to choose from
- Salary DOE: $23 -$28/hr
Salary : $23 - $28
