Purchasing amp; Inventory Manager Reports to: Director of Manufacturing Location: Easley, SC The Purchasing amp; Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing the strategic sourcing, procurement ...
Purchasing amp; Inventory Manager Reports to: Director of Manufacturing Location: Easley, SC The Purchasing amp; Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing the strategic sourcing, procurement ...
Supervisor Inventory Management
Piedmont, SC · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Stock Purchase Plan * Education Reimbursement * Legal Insurance * Discounts on gym memberships, pet ... Responsible for overseeing the company needs for inventory and supplies by managing vendor ...
Supervisor Inventory Management
Piedmont, SC · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Stock Purchase Plan * Education Reimbursement * Legal Insurance * Discounts on gym memberships, pet ... Responsible for overseeing the company needs for inventory and supplies by managing vendor ...
Inventory/Stock Clerk
$15 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Will transport and manage inventory/stock at three locations: Greenville, North Greenville, and ... Three years' experience in a purchasing/inventory control position preferred. However, willing to ...
Inventory/Stock Clerk
$15 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Will transport and manage inventory/stock at three locations: Greenville, North Greenville, and ... Three years' experience in a purchasing/inventory control position preferred. However, willing to ...
Inventory/Stock Clerk
Greenville, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Will transport and manage inventory/stock at three locations: Greenville, North Greenville, and ... Must be a high school graduate Three years' experience in a purchasing/inventory control position ...
Inventory/Stock Clerk
Greenville, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Will transport and manage inventory/stock at three locations: Greenville, North Greenville, and ... Must be a high school graduate Three years' experience in a purchasing/inventory control position ...
Inventory/Stock Clerk
Easley, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Will transport and manage inventory/stock at three locations: Greenville, North Greenville, and ... Three years' experience in a purchasing/inventory control position preferred. However, willing to ...
Inventory/Stock Clerk
Easley, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Will transport and manage inventory/stock at three locations: Greenville, North Greenville, and ... Three years' experience in a purchasing/inventory control position preferred. However, willing to ...
Inventory/Stock Clerk
Greenville, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Will transport and manage inventory/stock at three locations: Greenville, North Greenville, and ... Three years' experience in a purchasing/inventory control position preferred. However, willing to ...
Inventory/Stock Clerk
Greenville, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Will transport and manage inventory/stock at three locations: Greenville, North Greenville, and ... Three years' experience in a purchasing/inventory control position preferred. However, willing to ...
Inventory/Stock Clerk
Greenville, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Will transport and manage inventory/stock at three locations: Greenville, North Greenville, and ... Three years' experience in a purchasing/inventory control position preferred. However, willing to ...
Inventory/Stock Clerk
Greenville, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Will transport and manage inventory/stock at three locations: Greenville, North Greenville, and ... Three years' experience in a purchasing/inventory control position preferred. However, willing to ...
Industrial Gear International Purchasing Clerk
$22 - $24/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Must possess knowledge of Purchasing/Inventory functions. * Working knowledge of SAP/CRM preferred. * Must have good oral and written communication and organizational skills. Top 5 tasks for this ...
Industrial Gear International Purchasing Clerk
$22 - $24/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Must possess knowledge of Purchasing/Inventory functions. * Working knowledge of SAP/CRM preferred. * Must have good oral and written communication and organizational skills. Top 5 tasks for this ...
Industrial Gear International Purchasing Clerk
Wellford, SC · On-site
$22 - $24/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Must possess knowledge of Purchasing/Inventory functions. * Working knowledge of SAP/CRM preferred. * Must have good oral and written communication and organizational skills. Top 5 tasks for this ...
Industrial Gear International Purchasing Clerk
Wellford, SC · On-site
$22 - $24/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Must possess knowledge of Purchasing/Inventory functions. * Working knowledge of SAP/CRM preferred. * Must have good oral and written communication and organizational skills. Top 5 tasks for this ...
Purchasing Specialist
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
About The Opportunity Looking for a Purchasing Specialist that will schedule and purchase materials ... Support inventory management directives. 13. Other duties as assigned. Education Associate's Degree ...
Purchasing Specialist
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
About The Opportunity Looking for a Purchasing Specialist that will schedule and purchase materials ... Support inventory management directives. 13. Other duties as assigned. Education Associate's Degree ...
Purchasing Specialist
Piedmont, SC · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
About The Opportunity Looking for a Purchasing Specialist that will schedule and purchase materials ... Support inventory management directives. 13. Other duties as assigned. Education Associate's Degree ...
Purchasing Specialist
Piedmont, SC · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
About The Opportunity Looking for a Purchasing Specialist that will schedule and purchase materials ... Support inventory management directives. 13. Other duties as assigned. Education Associate's Degree ...
Purchasing Specialist
Fountain Inn, SC · On-site
Responsible for Supply Chain Management, Purchasing Materials, Price Negotiation and Contracts. Job ... Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing departments to maintain inventory at planned levels
Purchasing Specialist
Fountain Inn, SC · On-site
Responsible for Supply Chain Management, Purchasing Materials, Price Negotiation and Contracts. Job ... Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing departments to maintain inventory at planned levels
Inventory Clerk
Fountain Inn, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Notify Production, Purchasing, and Management when inventory or supplies fall below established minimum stock levels. * Maintain inventory accuracy while adhering to company procedures and quality ...
Inventory Clerk
Fountain Inn, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Notify Production, Purchasing, and Management when inventory or supplies fall below established minimum stock levels. * Maintain inventory accuracy while adhering to company procedures and quality ...
Inventory Clerk
$15 - $18/hr
Notify Production, Purchasing, and Management when inventory or supplies fall below established minimum stock levels. * Maintain inventory accuracy while adhering to company procedures and quality ...
Inventory Clerk
$15 - $18/hr
Notify Production, Purchasing, and Management when inventory or supplies fall below established minimum stock levels. * Maintain inventory accuracy while adhering to company procedures and quality ...
Inventory Clerk
Fountain Inn, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Notify Production, Purchasing, and Management when inventory or supplies fall below established minimum stock levels.Maintain inventory accuracy while adhering to company procedures and quality ...
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Inventory Clerk
Fountain Inn, SC · On-site
$15 - $18/hr
Notify Production, Purchasing, and Management when inventory or supplies fall below established minimum stock levels.Maintain inventory accuracy while adhering to company procedures and quality ...
Purchasing Supervisor (Industrial Solutions)
Hendersonville, NC · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This growth builds our expertise in turbocharging, thermal management, power electronics, and ... Collaboration with production planning, engineering, and inventory teams to align material ...
Purchasing Supervisor (Industrial Solutions)
Hendersonville, NC · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This growth builds our expertise in turbocharging, thermal management, power electronics, and ... Collaboration with production planning, engineering, and inventory teams to align material ...
Purchasing Supervisor (Industrial Solutions)
Hendersonville, NC · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This growth builds our expertise in turbocharging, thermal management, power electronics, and ... Collaboration with production planning, engineering, and inventory teams to align material ...
Purchasing Supervisor (Industrial Solutions)
Hendersonville, NC · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
This growth builds our expertise in turbocharging, thermal management, power electronics, and ... Collaboration with production planning, engineering, and inventory teams to align material ...
Inventory Associate
Greenville, SC · On-site
$18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Pick, pack, and ship orders according to purchase orders * Ensure cleanliness of work environment ... Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines * Ability to function well ...
Quick apply
Inventory Associate
Greenville, SC · On-site
$18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Pick, pack, and ship orders according to purchase orders * Ensure cleanliness of work environment ... Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines * Ability to function well ...
Maintenance Inventory Specialist
Spartanburg, SC · On-site
$26.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Maintain and manage maintenance inventory data within SAP and MRP systems. * Review inventory minimum and maximum levels and generate purchase requisitions as needed. * Perform weekly cycle counts ...
Maintenance Inventory Specialist
Spartanburg, SC · On-site
$26.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Maintain and manage maintenance inventory data within SAP and MRP systems. * Review inventory minimum and maximum levels and generate purchase requisitions as needed. * Perform weekly cycle counts ...
Beverage Manager
Greenville, SC · On-site
Overview The Beverage Manager is responsible for coordinating and supervising all aspects of bar ... Ability to control costs through purchasing, inventory, storage and pricing * Exceptional ...
Beverage Manager
Greenville, SC · On-site
Overview The Beverage Manager is responsible for coordinating and supervising all aspects of bar ... Ability to control costs through purchasing, inventory, storage and pricing * Exceptional ...
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What does a purchasing inventory manager do?
What is the difference between Purchasing Inventory Manager vs Purchasing Coordinator?
| Aspect | Purchasing Inventory Manager | Purchasing Coordinator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field; certifications like CPSM are common | Often requires a high school diploma or associate degree; some roles prefer certifications like CPSM or APICS |
| Work Environment | Supervises inventory and purchasing teams, manages procurement strategies, and oversees stock levels | Supports purchasing activities, coordinates orders, and communicates with suppliers and internal teams |
| Industry Usage | Used across manufacturing, retail, and logistics industries | Common in retail, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors |
The Purchasing Inventory Manager focuses on strategic procurement, inventory control, and team management, while the Purchasing Coordinator handles day-to-day order processing and supplier communication. Both roles are essential in supply chain operations but differ in scope and responsibilities.
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Job description
- Identify, evaluate, and select reliable suppliers for metals, equipment, components, and services based on quality, cost, reliability, and delivery performance.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, contracts, and long-term supplier agreements to secure favorable commercial arrangements.
- Monitor commodity market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply risks to support purchasing strategies and cost control.
- Develop and execute cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining material quality and service levels.
- Issue and manage purchase orders to ensure timely procurement and delivery of required materials.
- Develop inventory strategies that optimize stock levels while minimizing carrying costs, obsolescence, and excess inventory.
- Forecast material requirements using production schedules, customer demand, historical usage, and market trends.
- Monitor inventory levels across raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods to ensure material availability and accuracy.
- Conduct inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate inventory records using ERP/MRP and inventory management systems.
- Build strong supplier partnerships to ensure consistent quality, pricing, and delivery performance.
- Monitor vendor performance metrics and address quality, delivery, or service issues proactively.
- Mitigate supply chain disruptions through contingency planning, supplier diversification, and risk management strategies.
- Coordinate inbound material flow, receiving, and logistics to support uninterrupted production operations.
- Partner with production, engineering, and planning teams to align material availability with manufacturing schedules.
- Ensure raw materials meet specifications required for cutting, welding, fabrication, finishing, and assembly processes.
- Prevent line stoppages caused by material shortages or inventory inaccuracies.
- Support new product launches, engineering changes, and project-based material requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on procurement efficiency, inventory accuracy, and waste reduction.
- Implement Lean principles, including just-in-time inventory strategies where appropriate.
- Improve processes through better system utilization, automation, and workflow standardization.
- Prepare and present KPI reporting related to inventory turns, stock accuracy, supplier performance, material costs, shortages, and risk exposure.
- Provide data-driven recommendations to leadership to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
- Lead and develop inventory, warehouse, and materials personnel.
- Establish performance expectations, training, and accountability standards.
- Foster a culture of accuracy, ownership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and market trends
- Excellent negotiation and supplier management capabilities
- Deep understanding of metal commodities, fabrication materials, and supply chain dynamics
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and cost reduction initiatives
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and inventory optimization principles
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, inventory software, and reporting tools
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
- 5–10 years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, supply chain, or materials management
- Experience in steel, metal fabrication, or industrial manufacturing strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of raw material planning, commodity purchasing, and inventory control
- Prior leadership experience managing warehouse, purchasing, or materials teams preferred