Inventory Control / Purchasing Assistant
Job Title: Inventory Control / Purchasing Assistant
Location: Mobile, ALEmployment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Inventory Manager / Purchasing Manager
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Control / Purchasing Assistant to support daily inventory management and purchasing operations. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate inventory records, assisting with purchase orders, and ensuring timely availability of materials. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.Key Responsibilities
- Assist with monitoring and maintaining accurate inventory levels
- Track incoming and outgoing inventory; investigate discrepancies
- Create, update, and process purchase orders
- Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, availability, and delivery status
- Maintain inventory and purchasing records in spreadsheets and internal systems
- Generate inventory, purchasing, and usage reports using Microsoft Excel
- Support physical inventory counts and audits
- Coordinate with warehouse, operations, and accounting teams
- Ensure documentation is complete and compliant with company policies
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred)
- 1–3 years of experience in inventory control, purchasing, or administrative support
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Basic understanding of purchasing and inventory management processes
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with inventory or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, NetSuite)
- Intermediate Excel skills (formulas, sorting, filtering, pivot tables a plus)
- Prior experience in manufacturing, distribution, or warehouse environments
Skills & Competencies
- Data entry accuracy
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Vendor communication and follow-up
- Time management
- Team collaboration
Benefits (if applicable)
- Competitive pay
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunity for growth and advancement
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