Purchasing Specialist

Wesco Turf • Sarasota, FL

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Help drive inventory accuracy and customer satisfaction at Wesco Turf. The Purchasing Specialist plays a key role in supporting purchasing operations by managing inventory flow, vendor communication, and order accuracy across multiple product lines. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment and is looking to grow within a stable, long-term organization.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Experience in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment
• Previous experience in purchasing, inventory management, or warehouse operations
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Intermediate Excel proficiency (required)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Prelude or similar inventory management systems (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal Buyer with Toro purchasing, including stock, direct shipments, and shop service orders
• Provide purchasing support for Allied vendors across 50+ product lines
• Place daily purchase orders and manage buyer queues
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and clear communication
• Monitor inventory levels, fill rates, and product availability
• Review product status and manage inventory requirements daily
• Reconcile daily receiving issues in coordination with Receiving, Accounting, and Customer Service
• Communicate backorders, ETAs, and order status changes; update systems accordingly
• Verify pricing and part number changes and communicate updates internally
• Maintain inventory supplies (boxes, labels, bags, etc.)
• Coordinate inventory movement between warehouses
• Assist with vendor claims, 1RGA processing, and defective parts tracking
• Review open purchase orders bi-weekly and assist with annual returns and obsolescence programs
• Support purchasing email queues, documentation updates, SOP maintenance, and special projects

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees and eligible dependents
• Wellness Resources: Mental health, financial wellness, and employee support programs
• Growth Opportunities: Nearly half of our team has been with us for 10+ years—proof of our commitment to internal development and advancement
• Competitive Pay & Bonuses: Company-wide bonus tied to annual performance (0–3 weeks of additional pay, prorated your first year)
• Monthly incentive opportunities for Service and Operations team members

What This Job Offers

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