Purchasing and Inventory Control Specialist

Description

Marra Forni is seeking a Purchasing and Inventory Control Specialist for its Elkridge facility which specializes in manufacturing brick ovens. The Purchasing and Inventory Control Specialist will oversee the activities of the purchasing and inventory control department and manage the inventory of raw materials for the company. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Purchases materials, parts, and consumable supplies for the company.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, prices, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability; directs purchasing programs accordingly.
• Develops and maintains inventory databases for materials and supplies used.
• Negotiates and completes contracts with vendors for optimal cost and delivery times.
• Reviews purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies.
• Collaborates with sales, customer service, and logistics departments to maximize efficiency in the purchasing and inventory control department.
• Communicates with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale. 
• Sets authorization limits for purchasing staff. 
• Purchases large and complex items.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory control with a goal to maximize efficiency and optimize workflow.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as inventory and ERP software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, or in a related field with coursework in purchasing and/or inventory control management, required.
• At least five years of buying or purchasing experience required, with supervisory experience preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.  
• May be asked to travel to visit vendors or different company locations. 

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as inventory and ERP software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, or in a related field with coursework in purchasing and/or inventory control management, required.
• At least 2-5 years of buying or purchasing experience required, with supervisory experience preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.  
• May be asked to travel to visit vendors or different company locations.