Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing Specialist Walbec Group. The Purchasing Specialist plays a critical role in supporting plant operations, inventory management, and purchasing functions. This position ensures asphalt plants and warehouses are properly equipped, organized, and operating efficiently by maintaining inventory systems, training personnel, and supporting field operations. Key Responsibilities Inventory Management: Perform and oversee plant and warehouse cycle counts. Establish and maintain min/max inventory levels for all plant and warehouse items. Organize, standardize, and right-size plant inventory. Implement and maintain barcode systems at plant locations. Review, remove, and manage obsolete inventory to reduce excess stock. Evaluate returned parts from the field for reuse or disposal. Populating and maintaining reference parts lists for all asphalt plants. Providing guidance on sourcing alternative parts when standard items are unavailable. Supporting the purchasing team with inventory insights and system usage. Assisting with maintaining accurate and updated parts data. Assisting in locating and sourcing parts required in the field. Training & Development Train purchasing staff on E360 system usage. Educate teams on reference parts systems and inventory processes. Educate members on cycle counting and inventory best practices. Maintenance & Systems Support Support oil sampling program implementation and tracking. Assist in emergency parts deliveries as needed. Requirements Experience in plant operations, inventory management, or purchasing (industrial or construction environment preferred). Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills. Ability to train and mentor team members. Familiarity with inventory systems and ERP platforms (E360 experience preferred). Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally. Attention to detail. Process improvement mindset. Inventory control expertise. Team collaboration and leadership. Adaptability in a fast‑paced field environment. Benefits Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards. Employer–paid medical plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements). Dental, vision, and life insurance. Flex spending account (FSA). Employee assistance program (EAP). Company‑paid short and long‑term disability coverage. Paid parental leave. Generous PTO and paid holidays. Profit sharing. Robust Walbec training and professional development program. Ongoing career growth opportunities. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr