Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Location : Adkins, TX

Schedule : Monday to Friday, 7 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM (1 hour lunch)

Employment Type : Full-time, W-2

Compensation : $50,000.00 per year

Benefits : PTO, paid sick days, long-term stability, leadership opportunity

About Us :

Top Metal Solutions is a growing metal fabrication company located in Adkins, TX. We design and manufacture industrial racks, skids, and custom steel platforms for national clients. We value discipline, clarity, and proactive problem-solving in everything we do.

About the Role :

We're looking for a hands-on Purchasing & Inventory Specialist to manage direct and indirect purchases and oversee inventory and warehouse operations. This role combines procurement execution with warehouse coordination - ideal for someone who enjoys being both analytical and present on the shop floor.

What You'll Do :

Procurement Responsibilities :

Purchase materials, fasteners, tools, consumables, rental equipment, and production components.

Request and compare 3 vendor quotes per item.

Follow budget guidelines per project or historical data.

Track purchase orders, delivery timelines, and vendor performance.

Log all transactions using QuickBooks, Excel, and our ERP system (Odoo).

Inventory & Warehouse Coordination :

Supervise 1-2 warehouse employees.

Ensure stock rotation, usage tracking, and digital inventory records (Sortly, ERP).

Maintain inventory levels using min / max standards.

Conduct internal audits to verify accuracy and compliance.

Coordinate with production to prevent delays due to stock shortages.

Reporting & Process Improvement :

Generate weekly / monthly reports on inventory, vendor performance, and cost control.

Recommend process improvements aligned with company goals.

What We're Looking For :

2+ years of experience in procurement and inventory in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Strong negotiation, organization, and communication skills.

Fluent English (required) and Spanish (preferred for internal team coordination).

Proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and ERP systems (Odoo a plus).

Proactive, accountable, and comfortable working both in the office and on the shop floor.

What You'll Gain :

Stable, long-term employment in a growing company.

Leadership over your area, with clear expectations and freedom to execute.

Support from a hands-on team that values discipline and structure.

Opportunity to improve systems and make a real impact.

Apply Now

If you're ready to take ownership of purchasing and inventory in a fast-moving metal fabrication environment, apply today!

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