Purchaser Inventory Control Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

General Summary:

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient inventory management within a manufacturing/plant environment. This role supports production by maintaining optimal raw material, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory levels. The Inventory Planner works closely with production, purchasing, and warehouse teams to prevent shortages, reduce excess inventory, and keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

· Maintain appropriate inventory levels for raw materials, components, and finished goods to support production schedules

· Analyze production plans, forecasts, and historical usage to determine material requirements

· Coordinate with purchasing and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials

· Monitor inventory transactions and ensure accuracy within ERP systems

· Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies, including cycle count and audit variances

· Track slow-moving, obsolete, or excess inventory and recommend corrective actions

· Partner with production and operations teams to adjust inventory based on changing demand or production needs

· Support scheduling and planning efforts to align material availability with production timelines

· Generate and review inventory reports (stock levels, shortages, usage trends, and turnover)

· Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and inventory control procedures

· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or related field (preferred)

· 2+ years of experience in inventory planning, production planning, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment

· Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)

· Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze large data sets

· Understanding of manufacturing processes, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and production workflows

· Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

· And whatever else may be required

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree experience in Operations, Business, or related field preferred

· 2+ years of experience in inventory planning, production planning, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment

· Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)

· Strong Excel skills and ability to analyze large data sets

· Understanding of manufacturing processes, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and production workflows

· Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

Key Skills:

· Inventory control and material planning

· Demand forecasting and production support

· Attention to detail and accuracy

· Cross-functional communication

· Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced plant environment

Work Environment:

· Combination of office and plant floor setting

· Regular interaction with production, warehouse, and purchasing teams

· May require flexibility in hours to support production schedules

Success Metrics:

· Material availability to meet production schedules

· Reduction in stockouts and production downtime

· Improved inventory accuracy and cycle count performance

· Reduction in excess and obsolete inventory

· Inventory turnover and cost control improvements

FOR MORE THAN 75 YEARS, Universal Molding Company and it's subsidiaries has provided quality metal roll forming, fabrication, extrusion, and finishing to customers in a wide range of industries as well as high quality security and fenestration products for homes and commercial businesses. We have earned a reputation for superior workmanship, competitive pricing, and incomparable service. Our "One-stop Shop" ensures that customer orders meet the highest expectations. We utilize equipment designed for the ultimate in accuracy and precision. This mix of dependable machinery, skilled engineering support, turnkey operations and friendly, knowledgeable customer service is how we deliver the best possible product, hassle free and on time.
• Full modern production facilities
• One-stop operation- saves time, money and hassles
• Friendly, knowledgeable people
• Advanced engineering, research, and development
• Rigid quality control
• Warehousing service available