Textile Specialist

Textile Specialist / Buyer / Purchasing Coordinator

Location: Geneva, AL (Onsite)

Join a growing specialty manufacturing organization that produces highly engineered fabrics used in life-safety, protective equipment, military, industrial, and technical applications. This is a unique opportunity to become a key member of a small, highly collaborative leadership team where you will gain exposure to every aspect of the manufacturing operation.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Manage purchasing activities for yarn and other raw materials
• Coordinate shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes
• Audit incoming materials and ensure inventory accuracy
• Support fabric transfers between facilities and subcontractors
• Maintain inventory records and perform cycle counts
• Enter costing information and support month-end close activities
• Work closely with quality, manufacturing, and production teams
• Learn textile manufacturing processes, fabric construction, and product applications
• Serve as a key resource for internal teams regarding fabric specifications and material requirements
• Support government contract requirements and material traceability

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in textile manufacturing, purchasing, supply chain, inventory control, planning, or related functions
• Understanding of textiles, fabrics, yarns, specifications, or quality processes
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Hands-on mindset and willingness to work on the plant floor
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and make decisions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a Textile Technologist, Buyer, Planner, Purchaser, or similar role
• Knowledge of fabric construction and textile end-use applications
• Quality Control experience within a textile manufacturing environment
• Military or defense-related manufacturing experience

Compensation & Benefits:

• $75,000 - $78,000 base salary
• Employer-paid medical and dental coverage for employees
• 401(k) with annual company contribution
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Hands-on training and professional development
• Long-term career growth opportunities

What You'll Love About This Opportunity:

• Direct mentorship from experienced manufacturing leaders
• Exposure to niche, highly technical textile products
• Opportunity to learn every aspect of the operation
• Clear path toward future leadership responsibilities
• Small-company environment where your contributions make an immediate impact
• Stable, established manufacturing organization with long-term growth plans