Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Overview

Job Title:

Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Location:

Adkins, TX

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1 hour lunch)

Employment Type:

Full-time, W-2

Compensation: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits: PTO, paid sick days, long-term stability, leadership opportunity

About Us

Top Metal Solutions is a growing metal fabrication company located in Adkins, TX. We design and manufacture industrial racks, skids, and custom steel platforms for national clients. We value discipline, clarity, and proactive problem-solving in everything we do.

We re looking for a hands-on Purchasing & Inventory Specialist to manage direct and indirect purchases and oversee inventory and warehouse operations. This role combines procurement execution with warehouse coordination - ideal for someone who enjoys being both analytical and present on the shop floor.

Procurement Responsibilities:

• Purchase materials, fasteners, tools, consumables, rental equipment, and production components.
• Request and compare 3 vendor quotes per item.
• Follow budget guidelines per project or historical data.
• Track purchase orders, delivery timelines, and vendor performance.
• Log all transactions using Quick Books, Excel, and our ERP system (Odoo).

Inventory & Warehouse Coordination

• Supervise 1-2 warehouse employees.
• Ensure stock rotation, usage tracking, and digital inventory records (Sortly, ERP).
• Maintain inventory levels using min/max standards.
• Conduct internal audits to verify accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with production to prevent delays due to stock shortages.

Reporting & Process Improvement

• Generate weekly/monthly reports on inventory, vendor performance, and cost control.
• Recommend process improvements aligned with company goals.

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of experience in procurement and inventory in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong negotiation, organization, and communication skills.
• Fluent English (required) and Spanish (preferred for internal team coordination).
• Proficiency in Quick Books, Excel, and ERP systems (Odoo a plus).
• Proactive, accountable, and comfortable working both in the office and on the shop floor.

What You'll Gain

• Stable, long-term employment in a growing company.
• Leadership over your area, with clear expectations and freedom to execute.
• Support from a hands-on team that values discipline and structure.
• Opportunity to improve systems and make a real impact.

Apply Now

If you re ready to take ownership of purchasing and inventory in a fast-moving metal fabrication environment, apply today!

Salary: $48,000 - $50,000 per year

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