About this opportunity
Shevick Sales Corp lists this Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager (Niles) opportunity in niles, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About the Opportunity:
Join Shevick Sales Corp, the umbrella company that owns Sleep On Latex and Earthfoam. Shevick Sales specializes in the manufacturing and selling of all-natural mattresses and mattress products.
We're looking for a Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager to oversee the end-to-end procurement processes, supply chain operations, and inventory management systems to ensure optimal stock levels, cost efficiency, and vendor compliance. This role is responsible for strategic sourcing, material flow planning, and maintaining accurate inventory records across distribution and manufacturing facilities to support operational goals while minimizing carrying costs and stockouts.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
Develop, implement, and maintain strategic purchasing policies aligned with corporate financial and operational goals.
Evaluate, select, and build relationships with raw material, component, and operational suppliers.
Monitor market trends, raw material pricing fluctuations, and global supply chain conditions to proactively manage supply risks.
Inventory Control and Warehouse Management
Direct and refine inventory control procedures across all warehouse locations, establishing clear safety stock levels, reorder points, and Min/Max thresholds.
Manage cycle count programs and lead physical inventory audits to maintain 98%+ stock accuracy.
Coordinate material requirements planning (MRP) with production, logistics, and sales departments to eliminate bottlenecks and prevent excess/obsolete inventory.
Implement inventory optimization techniques (e.g., Just-In-Time/JIT, FIFO/LIFO tracking, ABC analysis) to reduce scrap, spoilage, and holding costs.
Supplier Quality and Performance Management
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers, including on-time delivery (OTD), defect rate, and cost variance.
Conduct regular vendor evaluations and business reviews; lead corrective action processes (CAPA) for non-conforming materials or recurring delivery issues.
Maintain secondary/alternate sourcing strategies for key operational inputs to ensure business continuity.
Process Optimization and Financial Reporting
Optimize Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to automate purchasing workflows and enhance real-time visibility.
Partner with the accounting and finance departments to reconcile purchase orders, receiving reports, and invoices.
Qualifications & Competencies
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field.
Experience
2+ years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory control.
Technical Skills
Hands-on experience with major ERP systems and WMS tools.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Core Competencies
Quantitative data analysis, strategic planning, demand forecasting, and cross-functional team management.
Preferred Certifications & Qualifications
Certifications
APICS CPIM: Certified in Production and Inventory Management
CSCP: certified Supply Chain Professional
ISM CPSM: Certified Professional in Supply Management
Industry Experience
Background in manufacturing, distribution, retail, or fast-paced consumer goods environments.
Employee Benefits
Here at Shevick Sales Corp, we value the work-life balance of every employee and are pleased to offer the following benefits in addition to your compensation. The following is a brief description of the benefits offered to each Shevick Sales Corp employee. Employees are eligible for benefits after 90 days of employment.
$85,000-$110,000 annual salary
Up to fifteen (15) paid vacation days per year, prorated for any partial year in which you work
Six (6) company-paid holidays per year
401k with company matching contribution equal to 100% of your contributions which do not exceed 3% of your compensation, plus 50% of your contributions which exceed 3% but do not exceed 5% of your compensation (Employer matching contributions effective immediately upon plan enrollment)
Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision through United Healthcare and BlueCross BlueShield with an employer contribution towards your cost of insurance
Paid parental leave
Worksite address
niles, IL, 60714, US
Who can apply
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