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Purchasing & Inventory Manager

United Concrete Products

Wallingford, CT, USFull-timePosted Aug 14, 2026

Job description

United Concrete Products is looking for an experienced Purchasing & Inventory Manager to lead procurement and inventory operations at our precast concrete manufacturing facility. If you're skilled at negotiating with vendors, optimizing stock levels, and leading a team in a fast-paced industrial environment, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Source and purchase raw materials (rebar, wire mesh, admixtures) and production supplies Negotiate pricing and contracts with vendors to control costs Manage inventory levels for raw materials, tools, and finished goods Perform cycle counts and physical inventories; resolve discrepancies Supervise and develop a team of buyers and inventory staff Partner with Production and Logistics to keep materials flowing on schedule Track vendor performance and identify cost-saving opportunities Requirements What You Bring 5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management 3+ years in a supervisory or management role Experience with ERP/inventory software Strong negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills Proficiency in Excel and reporting tools Nice to Have Experience in precast concrete, ready-mix, or construction materials manufacturing Knowledge of commercial vehicle/fleet parts procurement Benefits Competitive pay based on experience Health, dental and insurance 401(k) with 10% company match Paid time off and holidays

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