Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

DigitalPath, Inc.•Chico, CA

2d•$25 - $31•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a full-time position that requires a blend of responsibilities in both the warehouse and the main office. The role involves managing purchasing processes, negotiating prices, sourcing products, and maintaining inventory levels. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The work environment includes a warehouse that may experience extreme temperatures and requires the ability to perform physical tasks.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Capability of communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
Reliable transportation to and from the office.
2 years of experience hands on experience in purchasing and/or inventory management.
Understanding of inventory or accounting software.
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
General accounting practices, business communications, and records management.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and consistency.
Attends work on a regular and continuous basis.
Must be able to manage and direct your own work at a fast pace, independent of supervision.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately and consistently.
Consistently provides a positive internal customer service experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
Willingness to be forklift certified.
Trailer experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Research and negotiate the best pricing possible on requested items.
Research alternative vendors for pricing and supply issues of products.
Review purchase requisitions and source products requested in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
Create PO’s in the company database.
Ensure stocked items are ordered in a timely manner.
Maintain consistent levels of stock inventory items.
Assemble required purchasing documentation for monthly statements and work with Accounts Payable to ensure prompt payment of items.
Ensure product ordered matches product received.
Communicate with requestor regarding items purchased.
Receive inventory items into company database when received.
Resolve purchasing related problems between internal departments and/or vendors.
Maintain inventory through monthly, quarterly, and annual counts.
Receive inventory into the company database and close PO's.
Deploy inventory from the database when items are removed from the warehouse.
Visually inspect inventory levels daily and place orders as needed.
Help ensure Company policies are adhered to for deployment of equipment.
Consolidate like products weekly to ensure proper counts remain and to visually monitor inventory levels.
Assist warehouse with identifying and organizing returned equipment from the field and prepare for disposal.
Other duties as assigned.