Purchasing & Inventory Assistant (Bags & Accessories))

Job Description

Purchasing & Inventory Assistant

Location: Northern New Jersey (On-site)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm

Compensation: $50,000–$55,000 annually

Employment Type: Full-time

About LBU Inc.

LBU Inc. is a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of cut-and-sewn promotional products. We partner with brands to create high-quality, customized merchandise that elevates brand identity and leaves a lasting impression. Our reputation is built on creativity, quality, and hands-on domestic production.

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The Role

We are hiring a  Purchasing & Inventory Assistant to support our Purchasing Manager in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is hands-on and detail-driven, focused on sourcing materials, managing inventory, and ensuring production teams have what they need to stay on schedule.

The ideal candidate is organized, reliable, and comfortable working with fabrics and materials in a manufacturing setting.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Purchasing Manager with purchasing activity and vendor follow-ups
• Source, order, and track raw materials including fabrics, trims, and components
• Maintain accurate and organized inventory records to support production needs
• Create, update, and manage purchase orders
• Receive and inspect incoming deliveries and flag shortages or damaged goods
• Pull fabric swatches and materials for samples and new production runs
• Assist with day-to-day coordination across purchasing and inventory operations

What We’re Looking For

• Prior experience in purchasing, inventory, production support, or materials management
• (manufacturing experience preferred)
• Familiarity with fabrics or textiles strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in tracking materials
• Comfortable using Excel and basic documentation tools
• Highly organized, dependable, and able to work on-site full time

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $50,000–$55,000 per year
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Work Location: On-site, Northern New Jersey (Paterson, NJ)