Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator

Milk Specialties•Wautoma, WI

30d

About The Position

At Actus Nutrition, our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition. We are passionate and dedicated people. Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. Both divisions are backed by the speed, execution, and passion it takes to exceed the expectation of our customers. We are currently seeking a Purchasing and Inventory Coordinator to join the Wautoma, WI team. This role is critical in ensuring timely procurement of raw materials, packaging components, and supplies, while maintaining optimal inventory levels to support production schedules and customer demand.

Requirements

Previous experience in Purchasing and Inventory control in a manufacturing environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Excellent knowledge of computer software applications.
Ability to work independently.
High School Degree or Equivalent Required

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or Equivalent Preferred

Responsibilities

Source and purchase raw materials, packaging, and indirect supplies from approved vendors.
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers to optimize cost and reliability.
Maintain accurate purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods.
Assist with purchase order amendments, including due date changes based on MRP recommendations.
Collaborate with R&D and Quality teams to onboard new suppliers and materials.
Track and manage inventory levels across multiple locations (including co-manufacturing sites).
Conduct regular cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.
Forecast inventory needs based on production schedules and sales projections.
Coordinate with production planners to ensure material availability.
Implement FIFO and other inventory control best practices.
Support transactional efficiency across purchasing and inventory workflows.
Assist with toll manufacturing transactions, including Work order processing, Transfer order entry, Purchase order amendments
Create and maintain destruction records and RMA (Return Material Authorization) documentation.
Maintain accurate records in ERP or inventory management systems.
Generate reports on purchasing trends, inventory turnover, and stock levels.
Support audits and compliance documentation related to inventory and purchasing.