| Location | Philadelphia, PA |
**Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Maintain in-stock inventory levels for raw materials, components, packaging, and operating supplies.
Plan material requirements and monitor safety stock, reorder points, and lead times.
Create, issue, track, and manage purchase orders through receipt and reconciliation.
Ensure materials are available to support production schedules and customer delivery commitments.
Serve as a key user and champion of the company ERP system.
Maintain accurate inventory, purchasing, receiving, and supplier master data.
Manage daily receiving activities and supervise one direct report.
Oversee cycle counts, inventory audits, and inventory adjustments.
Resolve supplier shipping discrepancies, shortages, and routine quality issues.
Develop inventory and purchasing reports to support operational decision-making.
Drive continuous improvement in inventory control and ERP utilization.
**Key Performance Indicators
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Inventory Accuracy
98%
On-Time Material Availability
98%
Stock-Out Rate < 2%
Supplier On-Time Delivery
95%
Receiving Accuracy
99%
Receiving transactions completed within 24 hours
100% scheduled cycle count completion
ERP data accuracy and process compliance
**Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, or related field (preferred)
Proven experience in inventory control and purchasing or procurement
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the company
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Proficiency in inventory management systems and ERP software
Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and leadership skills
**Work Environment
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Office and warehouse environment
May require occasional travel to suppliers or distribution centers