Purchasing Inventory Clerk

Job Summary As a Purchasing Inventory Clerk, you will ensure material accuracy, support receiving processes, and proactively manage the reorder cycle to keep manufacturing operations moving smoothly. You will track stock levels, initiate purchase requisitions, and liaise with suppliers to expedite orders. In addition, you will utilize ERP software and spreadsheets to help the team monitor costs, lead times, and inventory integrity. Key Responsibilities Purchasing & Reordering: Monitor stock levels against production schedules to trigger purchase requisitions, place orders with approved vendors, and ensure seamless material availability. Inventory Control: Record, reconcile, and monitor daily inventory movements across manufacturing operations. Data & Invoice Management: Input receiving data, stock adjustments, and purchase order tracking info into the company’s ERP system; cross-verify supplier invoices against POs for pricing accuracy. Vendor Coordination: Act as a point of contact for suppliers to track shipment ETAs, manage lead times, and resolve delivery or quantity discrepancies. Discrepancy Investigation: Research inventory variances, identify root causes in the procurement or receiving cycle, and recommend process improvements. Organization & Safety: Arrange and label storage areas to maintain an orderly layout; strictly comply with all facility safety protocols. Qualifications & Skills Experience: 1–2 years of experience in an inventory, purchasing, or procurement clerk role within a manufacturing environment is preferred. Industry Knowledge: Previous exposure to the construction, glass, metal fabrication, or window/door industry is a major asset. Technical Literacy: Proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel) and database or ERP inventory/purchasing modules (e.g., procurement tracking, PO generation) is highly preferred. Detail-Oriented: Exceptional organizational skills and high precision when cross-checking parts lists, supplier quotes, and serial numbers. Team Communication: Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with shop technicians, supervisors, management, and external vendor representatives. Mobility & Lifting: Ability to stand, bend, and work on your feet in a shop environment, and routinely lift up to 40–50 lbs manually using proper safety mechanics. Pay: Up to $24.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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