Procurement & Inventory Supervisor
Black Tie Components, LLC
Location: Hartford, SD
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Compensation: Competitive pay, BOE (Based on Experience)
About the Role
Black Tie Components is looking for an experienced, organized Procurement & Inventory Supervisor to join our manufacturing team in Hartford, South Dakota.
This position is responsible for purchasing, receiving, and inventory control for lumber, connector plates, hardware, and other production supplies. The Procurement & Inventory Supervisor helps ensure the materials our production team needs are available at the right time, cost, and quality while maintaining accurate inventory and reducing waste and unnecessary carrying costs.
We are looking for someone who can manage vendors, stay ahead of material needs, lead a team, and keep inventory organized and accurate.
Responsibilities
The Procurement & Inventory Supervisor will be responsible for:
- Managing the purchasing of lumber, connector plates, hardware, and supplies to support the production schedule
- Monitoring inventory levels and ensuring critical materials are available when needed
- Maintaining inventory accuracy through cycle counts and inventory controls
- Helping minimize inventory waste and unnecessary carrying costs
- Managing vendor relationships, pricing, lead times, and purchasing terms
- Monitoring lumber market movement and helping make informed purchasing decisions
- Supervising receiving, yard, and warehouse employees and processes
- Coordinating with the Production Scheduler and Plant Manager regarding material availability
- Maintaining accurate procurement and inventory records
- Supporting job costing and inventory valuation with the Finance team
- Maintaining safety, organization, and housekeeping standards throughout the yard and warehouse
Qualifications
We are looking for someone with:
- 3+ years of procurement, purchasing, or inventory experience in manufacturing or construction
- At least 1 year of supervisory or team leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of inventory control and vendor management
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Experience working with ERP or inventory-management systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Preferred Experience
Experience with the following is preferred but not required:
- Purchasing lumber or engineered wood components
- Truss, wall panel, building materials, or construction-related manufacturing
- MiTek Management or similar manufacturing software
Work Environment
This position works primarily in the manufacturing plant, warehouse, and yard environment.
The position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching throughout the workday. Employees may regularly be exposed to noise, dust, changing temperatures, moving equipment, saws, presses, and other manufacturing machinery.
The Procurement & Inventory Supervisor must be able to frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally heavier items with assistance.
Personal protective equipment is required, along with adherence to all plant safety, machine-guarding, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Occasional travel to vendors and suppliers may be required.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation: Competitive pay, BOE (Based on Experience)
Benefits include:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Performance-based bonus opportunity
About Black Tie Components
Black Tie Components is a truss and wall panel manufacturing company located in Hartford, South Dakota.
We are looking for dependable leaders who take ownership of their work, communicate clearly, stay organized, and want to help build a strong and efficient manufacturing operation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Black Tie Components, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.