Purchasing and Inventory Specialist

**Purchasing and Inventory Specialist**+ **Job Tracking ID**: 512640-810290+ **Job Location**: Stockton, CA+ **Job Type**: Full-Time/Regular+ **Date Updated**: March 03, 2022+ **Starting Date**: ASAP**Job Description:**ARDEX Americas (), is the Global industry leader in the manufacturing and development of high-performance specialty building materials.We are immediately hiring a **Purchasing and Inventory Specialist** to join our team. We are seeking a detail-oriented specialist responsible for researching, identifying, selecting, and negotiating items with suppliers. The Purchasing and Inventory Specialist will work with staff across departments forecasting the needs of the business to make purchase decisions based on customer demand and trends.This is a full-time position (Monday-Friday) located at our Stockton, CA Manufacturing Facility. ARDEX standard office hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.**Responsibilities:*** Establishes lead times, re-order points, and safety stock levels, for outsourced finished goods, raw material and packaging items.* Issues purchase orders for outsourced finished goods, raw material and packaging components as needed, completing all required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.* Develops and maintains an in-depth knowledge of import supply chain processes from purchase order thought final delivery* Works with the other plants and their support personnel on inter-plant transfers of raw material and packaging items, both inbound and outbound.* Lead in negotiations and management of locally sourced items* Become subject matter expert on designated spend categories as assigned by Corporate Purchasing Manager* Works closely with vendors regarding pricing, service, and quality issues.* Works closely with freight companies regarding delivery issues.* Works closely with Corporate Purchasing in contract negotiations to maximize the value of the negotiated agreement* Support R&D innovations by sourcing new products for testing and experimental batches.**Experience and Skills:*** Requires an in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing process as well as each area of functional discipline.* International procurement experience strongly preferred* Must be proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience in SAP preferred.* Professional with a good work ethic. Integrity, dependability, accountability, adaptability, detail-oriented, responsiveness, and good attendance are essential.* Self-starter and ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment and in various temperatures.* Demonstrates ARDEX Growth Mindset competencies: Innovation, Open Mindedness, Collaboration, Agility, Initiating Action and Execution, Ownership**Physical Demands**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.The ability to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear for extended periods of time. The ability to frequently sit and reach with hands and arms. The ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds**Education*** Bachelors degree in supply chain, purchasing/procurement or related field**Benefits*** Competitive salary* Immediate Paid Time off (PTO) eligibility, and 11 Paid Holidays* Employee Assistance Programs and Wellness Initiatives* 401K match* Paid college tuition up to $5,250 per year. Finish college debt free! *See program details for more info** Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance* Employee development and leadership development programs* Reduced gym memberships, wellness programs, pet insurance, Tickets at Work, community support