Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Purchasing & Inventory Specialist ODUrent - 3.0 Norfolk, VA Job Details Full-time $17 - $25 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Customer communication Computer literacy High school diploma or

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401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Company parties Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Parental leave Tuition assistance Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Hampton Roads , ODUrent is the region's largest and fastest-growing off-campus student housing provider, currently managing over 750 rental units . We are an innovative, team-driven real estate company committed to operational excellence and employee growth. Position Summary ODUrent is seeking an Inventory & Purchasing Specialist to support the purchasing, organization, and tracking of maintenance parts, tools, and supplies. This role helps keep our maintenance operations running smoothly, especially during high-volume periods such as unit turns. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn property maintenance materials and systems. Key Responsibilities Inventory Management Maintain and update inventory tracking spreadsheets with accurate information Monitor stock levels and notify management when items need to be reordered Assist with preparing and stocking materials for busy periods such as unit turns Purchasing Support Help source vendors and compare pricing for cost-effective purchasing Assist with ordering standard and specialty maintenance parts Track inventory usage and help identify future supply needs Shop Organization & Logistics Keep the maintenance shop clean, organized, and efficient Maintain designated areas for: Deliveries Special-order parts Tool check-in/check-out Part returns Turn materials Work-order supplies Materials & Tools Control Assist with daily check-in and check-out of tools and materials Help maintain accountability and organization of all equipment Parts Pickup & Delivery Occasionally pick up parts from vendors as needed Assist with before or after-hours pickups when necessary for next-day operations Preferred Knowledge Basic understanding of maintenance parts and tools related to: HVAC Plumbing Electrical Appliances Carpentry Qualifications & Success Factors Highly organized with strong attention to detail Strong time-management and problem-solving skills Reliable, proactive, and willing to learn Works well independently and with a team Good communication and customer service skills Physically capable of handling inventory and materials Basic to intermediate computer skills Education & Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required Previous inventory, warehouse, or purchasing support experience preferred Maintenance parts and tools experience preferred Property maintenance experience is a plus 1-2 years of related experience preferred Schedule Full-time Monday through Friday 8-hour shifts