Purchasing Analyst

JobotPlant City, FL, US

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Purchasing Analyst : Manufacturing / $$$ / amazing family-run organization, GROWTH, top bonuses, work life balance!!

This Jobot Job is hosted by : Jillian Morgan

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Salary : $60,000 - $85,000 per year

A bit about us :

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Purchasing Analyst to join our manufacturing team. This role will support procurement operations while integrating cost and inventory accounting functions to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing environments, ERP systems, and cross-functional collaboration with supply chain, production, and finance teams.

This is a family-run business that values a collaborative spirit and a “no task too small” attitude. The position is fully on-site, but the company prides itself on being flexible and people-focused, offering a supportive and engaging workplace culture.

Why join us?

401K match

Amazing benefits

Bonuses!

Work life balance

Medical

Dental

Vision

Job Details

Key Responsibilities :

Purchasing & Vendor Management

Analyze purchasing trends and vendor performance to optimize cost and delivery.
Develop sourcing strategies and negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers.
Maintain accurate purchase orders and ensure alignment with inventory and production needs.
Collaborate with internal departments to resolve purchasing and receiving discrepancies.

Cost Accounting

Create and maintain standard costs for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.

Analyze purchase price variances and production cost discrepancies; recommend corrective actions.

Support budgeting and forecasting processes with cost models and margin analysis.

Prepare monthly cost of goods sold (COGS) reports and contribution margin analysis.

Inventory Accounting

Monitor inventory levels, perform cycle counts, and reconcile physical inventory with ERP data.

Audit production records and BOMs to ensure accurate costing and inventory valuation.

Support month-end and year-end close processes including journal entries and account reconciliations.

Assist with annual physical inventory counts and financial audits.

ERP & Reporting

Maintain costing and inventory data in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).

Generate KPI reports and dashboards for management review.

Support system implementations and process improvements related to purchasing and inventory.

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Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field.

3–5 years of experience in purchasing, cost accounting, and inventory management within a manufacturing environment.

Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamics).

Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools.

Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.

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Preferred Skills :

Experience with BOM audits and manufacturing routings.

Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., DCAA / DCMA audits).

CPA or CMA certification is a plus.

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