Purchasing and Inventory Lead at RealCraft

, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jul, 26

Salary

34.0

Posted On

18 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Purchasing, Inventory management, Vendor relations, Purchase orders, Supply chain coordination, Spreadsheets, Inventory systems, Attention to detail, Negotiation, Problem solving, Communication, Logistics, Stock monitoring, Production coordination

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Benefits: Matching Simple IRA Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Purchasing and Inventory Lead Gig Harbor, WA Who We Are RealCraft builds custom wood doors and solid metal hardware for homes across the country. Everything we make is real—designed, built, and finished in-house. We’re looking for someone to take ownership of purchasing and inventory so our team has what they need, when they need it. This role is about keeping things moving. You’ll work closely with sales, drafting, production, and the warehouse to make sure materials are ordered correctly, tracked carefully, and arrive on time. What You’ll Be Doing Manage purchasing from start to finish Create and track purchase orders Follow up with vendors on timing, pricing, and availability Make sure materials arrive when production needs them Own inventory levels Monitor stock and reorder before shortages happen Understand what goes into our products so orders are accurate Work with the warehouse to receive and organize materials Spot excess or slow-moving inventory and help adjust Build and manage vendor relationships Stay in regular contact with suppliers Track pricing changes and lead times Negotiate when needed to get the best value Look for backup options when issues come up Stay aligned with the team Review drawings and specs before ordering Coordinate with sales and production on timing and needs Communicate delays, backorders, or cost changes early Make sure what’s ordered matches what’s required Solve problems and improve the process Handle damaged shipments, delays, or incorrect orders Look for ways to improve efficiency and reduce cost Help build better systems over time What we’re looking for 3–5 years in purchasing, inventory, or a related role Strong attention to detail and organization Comfort managing multiple orders and priorities at once Clear, practical communication Someone who follows through and stays on top of things Experience with spreadsheets and inventory systems Helpful but not required Experience in manufacturing, construction materials, woodworking, or hardware This is a full-time, on-site role in Gig Harbor. You’ll be working closely with a hands-on team that values quality, accountability, and getting things done right. Compensation & Benefits $28–$34 per hour (depending on experience) Health insurance, PTO, paid holidays, and matching IRA Full-time, on-site position Collaborative, hands-on work environment with real impact Why Join RealCraft? Be part of a team that values craftsmanship, accountability, and continuous improvement. You’ll play a key role in keeping our projects running smoothly and helping bring high-quality, custom products from concept to completion. How to Apply You can submit your resume through this platform or at realcraft.com. Apply now—we’d love to see what you can bring to the team.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end purchasing process, including creating purchase orders and coordinating with vendors to ensure timely material delivery. Maintain accurate inventory levels and collaborate with production and warehouse teams to optimize stock and improve operational efficiency.