Purchasing / Accounts Payable Specialist

Join Our Team!

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Purchasing / Accounts Payable Specialist to join our growing manufacturing team. This position plays a critical role in supporting daily accounting and procurement operations while helping ensure efficient purchasing practices, vendor management, invoice processing, and cost control initiatives.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and have strong organizational and communication skills, we encourage you to apply!

What You’ll Do

Purchasing & Procurement

• Manage purchasing activities for plant, office, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operating) supplies and services
• Source vendors, negotiate pricing, and evaluate supplier performance
• Create and manage purchase orders through the ERP system
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing approval processes
• Monitor delivery timelines and follow up on late orders
• Maintain vendor records including W-9s, ACH information, and credit applications
• Review procurement procedures and vendor quality documentation

Accounts Payable

• Process and verify invoices for accuracy
• Match invoices to packing slips and purchase orders
• Code and enter invoices into the ERP system
• Resolve discrepancies related to invoices, payments, or purchase orders
• Prepare weekly ACH and check payments
• Reconcile company credit cards and employee expense reports
• Maintain and reconcile petty cash

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
• Support quarterly Sales & Use Tax reporting and year-end 1099 processing
• Create Bills of Lading and invoices for scrap shipments
• Coordinate FedEx, UPS, and DHL shipment documentation
• Maintain organized filing systems and accounting records
• Complete special projects and provide departmental support as needed

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent work experience preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of Purchasing and/or Accounts Payable experience
• Manufacturing environment experience strongly preferred
• Experience supporting domestic and global supply chain operations is a plus
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• ERP system experience preferred
• Ability to prioritize tasks, stay organized, and work independently with minimal supervision

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Stable and growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on operations and cost savings
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Career growth and development opportunities

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person