Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

DescriptionWhy You Want to Be Part of This AWESOME TeamAt CTech, our small-town values and close-knit teamwork environment are at the heart of everything we do. While we have experienced significant growth over the past 25 years, our vision has remained consistent: to deliver an experience like no other—not only for our customers, but for our CTech family.What does that mean for you?Competitive benefits to support you and your family, including 401(k), health insurance (CTech pays 80% of premiums), PTO, Health Savings Accounts, and moreEmployee discounts on CTech productsOpportunities to gain new experiences and develop new skill sets—we want to know where you want to go and will support your career growthA modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that you truly have to see to believeHands-on training and individualized development plans built around your strengthsThe Purchasing & Inventory Specialist is responsible for purchasing materials and services, maintaining accurate inventory records, and supporting manufacturing operations through effective order management and vendor coordination. This role ensures materials are available when needed, inventory levels are accurate, and purchasing activities align with production schedules and company policies.Key ResponsibilitiesPurchasing & Order ManagementCreate, review, and process purchase orders for materials and services in accordance with company policies and operational requirementsVerify pricing, quantities, and lead times prior to issuing purchase ordersMonitor and maintain open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and fulfillmentVendor Communication & Follow-UpServe as the primary point of contact for vendors regarding order status, shipping details, and delivery schedulesCommunicate effectively to resolve order discrepancies, pricing issues, shortages, or delaysBuild and maintain strong vendor relationships to support reliable supplyInventory Management & CoordinationCollaborate with warehouse and production teams to align purchasing activity with inventory levels and production needsAssist with cycle counts and inventory audits as requiredReceiving ReconciliationPartner with Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies related to pricing, quantities, or documentationReview and reconcile purchase orders with receiving documentation to ensure accuracyCompliance & DocumentationEnsure all purchasing and inventory activities comply with company procurement policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulationsMaintain proper documentation for audit, reporting, and compliance purposesReporting & Continuous ImprovementGenerate reports related to purchasing activity, inventory levels, and vendor performanceIdentify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, inventory accuracy, and material availabilityCross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with procurement, production, finance, sales and operations teams to support efficient material flow and operational successRequirementsEducationHigh school diploma or GED requiredAssociate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferredExperiencePrior experience in purchasing, inventory control, or supply chain support—preferably in a manufacturing environmentExperience working with vendors and ERP systemsRequired Skills & CompetenciesStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly ExcelExperience with inventory management systemsStrong written and verbal communication skillsProblem-solving ability to resolve purchasing and inventory discrepanciesBasic understanding of inventory control and material flowAdditional QualitiesAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentSelf-directed with a strong sense of accountabilityCustomer-service oriented with a collaborative mindsetProactive and adaptable to changing operational need