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Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to join our team in Allentown, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will oversee procurement activities, ensure accurate inventory management, and maintain strong vendor relationships. You will collaborate with sales, production, and accounting teams to support business operations effectively. Responsibilities: - Establish and maintain relationships with vendors to negotiate contracts and ensure timely delivery of materials. - Generate purchase orders and verify the receipt of goods to maintain accurate records. - Conduct regular cycle counts of critical production materials and perform comprehensive physical inventory checks quarterly. - Collaborate with sales and production teams to obtain vendor quotations and coordinate deliveries. - Monitor and manage inventory levels to support production demands and minimize shortages. - Utilize company systems and tools to process transactions and maintain procurement data. - Communicate with internal teams to ensure alignment on purchasing needs and inventory management. - Provide accurate and timely reports to the Controller regarding procurement activities and inventory status. - Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory. - Support ongoing improvements to procurement processes and systems. Requirements - Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management roles. - Proficiency in using integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. - Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Excel. - Familiarity with working in a small manufacturing environment with fewer than 50 employees. - Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-direction. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with various teams. - Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. - Experience in vendor management and contract negotiation. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

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