Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Company: CTech Manufacturing
Location: Schofield
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Why You Want to Be Part of This AWESOME Team At 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 more Employee discounts on CTech products Opportunities to gain new experiences and develop new skill sets—we want to know where you want to go and will support your career growth A modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that you truly have to see to believe Hands-on training and individualized development plans built around your strengths The 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 Responsibilities Purchasing & Order Management Create, review, and process purchase orders for materials and services in accordance with company policies and operational requirements Verify pricing, quantities, and lead times prior to issuing purchase orders Monitor and maintain open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and fulfillment Vendor Communication & Follow-Up Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors regarding order status, shipping details, and delivery schedules Communicate effectively to resolve order discrepancies, pricing issues, shortages, or delays Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to support reliable supply Inventory Management & Coordination Collaborate with warehouse and production teams to align purchasing activity with inventory levels and production needs Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits as required Receiving Reconciliation Partner with Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies related to pricing, quantities, or documentation Review and reconcile purchase orders with receiving documentation to ensure accuracy Compliance & Documentation Ensure all purchasing and inventory activities comply with company procurement policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulations Maintain proper documentation for audit, reporting, and compliance purposes Reporting & Continuous Improvement Generate reports related to purchasing activity, inventory levels, and vendor performance Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, inventory accuracy, and material availability Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with procurement, production, finance, sales and operations teams to support efficient material flow and operational success Requirements: Education High school diploma or GED required Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred Experience Prior experience in purchasing, inventory control, or supply chain support—preferably in a manufacturing environment Experience working with vendors and ERP systems Required Skills & Competencies Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Experience with inventory management systems Strong written and verbal communication skills Problem-solving ability to resolve purchasing and inventory discrepancies Basic understanding of inventory control and material flow Additional Qualities Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Self-directed with a strong sense of accountability Customer-service oriented with a collaborative mindset Proactive and adaptable to changing operational need

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