Purchasing and Inventory Control - MetroKraft Interiors

Artisan Design Group, LLC • Nashville, TN

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Purchasing & Inventory Control Assistant is responsible for supporting daily purchasing operations, inventory management, receiving, and subcontractor material coordination to ensure smooth warehouse and installation operations. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, communication with suppliers and subcontractors, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced flooring environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience required in the flooring industry
• High School Diploma
• Ability to work in both office and warehouse environments
• Ability to lift, move, and inspect materials as needed
• Frequent walking, standing, and communication with warehouse and subcontractor teams
• Ability to operate a forklift for material handling

Nice To Haves

• Previous purchasing, inventory control, warehouse, or flooring industry experience preferred
• Experience with RFMS or similar ERP/inventory systems preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines effectively
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other standard office software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Process stock and non-stock material orders with approved suppliers following company procedures
• Manage subcontractor store orders and ensure timely purchasing of required materials
• Follow up with suppliers on purchase orders, delivery schedules, pricing, and backorders
• Review material costs for savings opportunities including crossover styles, bulk purchasing, and approved substitutions
• Create stock purchase orders, print PO lines, add lines to existing POs, and update purchase orders as needed
• Maintain approved stock and non-stock status lists per company procedures
• Perform regular cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure proper stock replenishment
• Utilize RFMS Inventory Module for ordering, stock adjustments, inventory review, and reporting
• Verify roll/item inventory and maintain accurate stock records
• Assist with product setup, product updates, and database maintenance as needed
• Ability to operate a forklift and move materials to designated bin locations or staging locations
• Receive tile and other flooring materials accurately and efficiently
• Review and confirm bills of lading and delivery documentation
• Process receiving through RFMS, including express receiving and receiving/costing modules
• Complete all receiving entries and ensure materials are properly tagged and entered into inventory
• Coordinate subcontractor loadouts to ensure installers receive correct materials for scheduled jobs
• Complete daily and weekly forklift checklists, reporting any issues to the supervisor
• Enter, update, and maintain order lines within RFMS
• Transfer materials between orders when necessary
• Create roll cut tickets and print pick tickets
• Assist with firm schedule date verification and schedule reporting through Schedule Pro
• Maintain backorder reports and update backorder tracking spreadsheets
• Run purchasing, inventory, and receiving reports as needed
• Communicate effectively with suppliers, warehouse staff, scheduling teams, and subcontractors
• Support department workflow and assist with additional assigned duties
• Maintain safety awareness and follow all company procedures and policies

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• 401(k) Plan with company matching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED