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Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager

Byron Center, United States

Join a company built on Family, Value, and Trust.
Wonderland Tire is a successful, multi-location, family-owned-and-operated company that has been serving customers since 1978. We are growing and seeking a Purchasing & Inventory Control Manager to lead the purchasing and inventory functions for our 15 retail/commercial locations and 5 retread plants. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to make a significant impact on profitability and operational efficiency.

What You’ll Do

The Purchasing & Inventory Control Manager plans, organizes, and directs all purchasing and inventory activities while collaborating closely with store managers and operations team.
Key responsibilities include:

Purchasing Leadership: Oversee daily replenishment orders, manage purchasing agents, and handle special purchases such as equipment, vehicles, or supplies. Stay current on new product offerings and manage the company’s product master list.
Supplier Management: Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms, monitor supplier programs and performance, and ensure timely communication on backorders, shortages, or pricing updates.
Pricing & Margin Control: Oversee supplier price list updates, review customer and contract pricing, monitor product margins, and develop strategies to improve profitability.
Inventory Optimization: Track inventory health, implement stocking level changes, identify slow-moving or aging products, and coordinate returns, transfers, or discounts to reduce carrying costs and maintain product availability.
Reporting & KPIs: Establish and monitor inventory key performance indicators (KPIs), provide monthly reports to leadership, and recommend action items to improve results across locations.
Process Improvement: Audit stores, develop procedures for better inventory management, and ensure accurate and efficient inventory counts and controls.

What We’re Looking For

3–5+ years of purchasing and inventory management experience preferred
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-department collaboration and supplier negotiations
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
A proactive, data-driven approach to decision-making and continuous improvement

Why Wonderland Tire

Competitive compensation with weekly pay
Full benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Annual profit-sharing bonus
Paid time off, holidays, and professional development opportunities
A culture of honesty, integrity, and long-term growth

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