Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

ODUrent

Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Norfolk, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    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