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Purchasing / Inventory Manager
Becker, MN
IDj-13302Posted 11/17/2025
PURCHASING/INVENTORY CONTROL

Job Description Overview
 
The Purchasing/Inventory Control position is responsible for purchasing of equipment, supplies and inventory, establish and maintain standard unit costs for raw materials, parts, components and fabrications, monitor and control flow of documents between engineering, manufacturing and accounting to ensure proper accuracy for production, posting, costing, and approval of invoices. You will be responsible for monitoring and reporting on our company’s inventory levels along with developing inventory tracking systems, reviewing levels of supplies, reviewing order plans, and performing a daily analysis.
 
Qualifications
  • Dedication to excellence and a quality output
  • Minimum three-years’ experience in purchasing Industrial Supplies and Manufactured Components such as electric motors, gearboxes, bearings and electrical control components
  • Working knowledge of computerized purchasing and inventory control techniques
  • Basic understanding of steel fabrication, manufacturing processes, indented bills of materials and blueprint reading
  • Solid knowledge of data analysis, ERP systems, and forecasting techniques
  • General understanding of accounting procedures and support
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, accurately & efficiently
  • An analytical mind with strong attention to detail
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • General filing, typing and office organization skills
  • A positive and flexible attitude is a must
 
Responsibilities
  • Promote excellence throughout the department
  • Negotiates with vendors to obtain best competitive price and delivery to meet production requirements and cost estimates
  • Vendor selection and performance evaluation based on costs, quality and timeliness of deliveries
  • Maintain inventory levels as required to meet production requirements
  • Type and post purchase orders
  • Issue RFQ’s, vendor correspondence, etc.
  • Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable entry, set-up new customers and vendors, process credit applications, tax exemption compliance
  • Assist in the implementation of the Kanban program
  • Update inventory records from cost sheets, engineering bills of material and purchase requisitions as required
  • Problem solving discrepancies between physical counts and computer records
  • Perform complete inventory checks of all stock and supplies once a year
  • Prepare detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments.
  • Provide general vendor management (telephone contact, invoicing, follow-up, track shortages and expediting orders, etc.)
  • Additional responsibilities as required
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