Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Inventory & Purchasing Specialist

ODUrent is the region's largest and fastest-growing off‑campus student housing provider, currently managing over 750 rental units. We are an innovative, team-driven real estate company committed to operational excellence and employee growth.

ODUrent is seeking an Inventory & Purchasing Specialist to support the purchasing, organization, and tracking of maintenance parts, tools, and supplies. This role helps keep our maintenance operations running smoothly, especially during high-volume periods such as unit turns. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn property maintenance materials and systems.

• Inventory Management
  • Maintain and update inventory tracking spreadsheets with accurate information
  • Monitor stock levels and notify management when items need to be reordered
  • Assist with preparing and stocking materials for busy periods such as unit turns
• Purchasing Support
  • Help source vendors and compare pricing for cost‑effective purchasing
  • Assist with ordering standard and specialty maintenance parts
  • Track inventory usage and help identify future supply needs
• Shop Organization & Logistics
  • Keep the maintenance shop clean, organized, and efficient
  • Maintain designated areas for:
    • Deliveries
    • Special-order parts
    • Tool check-in/check-out
    • Part returns
    • Turn materials
    • Work-order supplies
• Materials & Tools Control
  • Assist with daily check-in and check-out of tools and materials
  • Help maintain accountability and organization of all equipment
• Parts Pickup & Delivery
  • Occasionally pick up parts from vendors as needed
  • Assist with before or after‑hours pickups when necessary for next‑day operations

• Basic understanding of maintenance parts and tools related to:
  • HVAC
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical
  • Appliances
  • Carpentry

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Strong time-management and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, proactive, and willing to learn
• Works well independently and with a team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Physically capable of handling inventory and materials
• Basic to intermediate computer skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Previous inventory, warehouse, or purchasing support experience preferred
• Maintenance parts and tools experience preferred
• Property maintenance experience is a plus
• 12 years of related experience preferred

• Full-time
• Monday through Friday
• 8‑hour shifts

Compensation: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour