We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchase & Sales Specialist to support purchasing, inventory accuracy, and material flow for a Contract position based in Wadsworth, Ohio. This role combines procurement coordination, data management, and cross-functional problem-solving to help keep operations aligned with production and receiving needs. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with reports, purchase orders, inventory transactions, and vendor communication in a fast-paced manufacturing or materials environment.

Responsibilities:

Maintain purchasing and material records by entering, updating, and validating inventory movements, quantity adjustments, and interlocation transfers within the database. Process purchase orders from creation through vendor communication, ensuring accurate details for pricing, quantities, and delivery expectations. Track inbound materials and receiving activity, identify discrepancies, and coordinate follow-up with internal teams to resolve issues promptly. Reconcile production-related documentation and finished goods transactions while keeping system records current and organized. Investigate count variances by partnering with production, inspection, and materials personnel to correct errors and strengthen inventory accuracy. Review inbound testing status and flag items that have not progressed within required timeframes for timely action. Prepare recurring inventory and cycle count reports, support scheduled physical counts, and assist with related record adjustments. Audit production staging areas using barcode scanning tools, communicate findings, and contribute to corrective actions that improve control processes. Work with vendors, internal departments, and technical support teams to obtain reporting, material information, and operational data needed for analysis and continuous improvement. Minimum of 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement support, inventory control, or a closely related materials role. Working knowledge of purchase order processing, purchasing operations, and vendor coordination. Experience entering and maintaining accurate data in computerized inventory or purchasing systems. Ability to analyze discrepancies involving quantities, receipts, counts, and material availability. Strong communication skills for collaborating with vendors, production teams, quality personnel, and other internal departments. Proficiency with standard office and reporting tools, including spreadsheets, databases, and document management systems. High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. 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 and Privacy Notice .