Buyer / Inventory Specialist

Apparatus Repair & Engineering, Inc. (AR&E) is a family-owned business that has been involved in the community for over 25 years.  We specialize in electric motors, pumps, generators, and controls. We are looking for a talented Buyer / Inventory Specialist to join our team. Our benefits include company paid Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance and Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Training Opportunities, and 401K Options to our team members. We are a team environment that is constantly stepping in to help each other as we move forward.  

Description of the broad function & scope of position:

• Purchasing materials and supplies required for production and new sales.
• Ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods.
• Maintain good relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure better prices and terms.
• Develop & implement procurement strategies.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure adequate stock levels.
• Help create a process to procedure of adequate stock levels.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Updating and maintaining purchasing records and data.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations.
• Participate in problem resolution activities with material quality or customer service problems encompassing vendors and suppliers.
• Help create a new SKU system for inventory management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent Communication skills, which includes verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish effective relationships to achieve successful results with coworkers, customers, and vendors.
• Effective problem-solving skills using analytical techniques to ensure successful corrective actions.
• The ability to perform and retain various job-related training, operations, and safety procedures.
• Good attention to detail to ensure all purchase orders are accurate.
• The ability or willingness to learn to use a forklift and overhead crane for safely offloading vendor and customer equipment.
• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8a to 5p with a 1-hour lunch

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, drug screen, physical exam.