Job Description
Textile Specialist / Buyer / Purchasing Coordinator
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Location: Geneva, AL (Onsite)
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Join a growing specialty manufacturing organization that produces highly engineered fabrics used in life-safety, protective equipment, military, industrial, and technical applications. This is a unique opportunity to become a key member of a small, highly collaborative leadership team where you will gain exposure to every aspect of the manufacturing operation.
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Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
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- Manage purchasing activities for yarn and other raw materials
- Coordinate shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes
- Audit incoming materials and ensure inventory accuracy
- Support fabric transfers between facilities and subcontractors
- Maintain inventory records and perform cycle counts
- Enter costing information and support month-end close activities
- Work closely with quality, manufacturing, and production teams
- Learn textile manufacturing processes, fabric construction, and product applications
- Serve as a key resource for internal teams regarding fabric specifications and material requirements
- Support government contract requirements and material traceability
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Required Qualifications:
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- 3+ years of experience in textile manufacturing, purchasing, supply chain, inventory control, planning, or related functions
- Understanding of textiles, fabrics, yarns, specifications, or quality processes
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Hands-on mindset and willingness to work on the plant floor
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and make decisions
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Preferred Qualifications:
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- Experience as a Textile Technologist, Buyer, Planner, Purchaser, or similar role
- Knowledge of fabric construction and textile end-use applications
- Quality Control experience within a textile manufacturing environment
- Military or defense-related manufacturing experience
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Compensation & Benefits:
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- $75,000 - $78,000 base salary
- Employer-paid medical and dental coverage for employees
- 401(k) with annual company contribution
- Paid Time Off
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Hands-on training and professional development
- Long-term career growth opportunities
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What You'll Love About This Opportunity:
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- Direct mentorship from experienced manufacturing leaders
- Exposure to niche, highly technical textile products
- Opportunity to learn every aspect of the operation
- Clear path toward future leadership responsibilities
- Small-company environment where your contributions make an immediate impact
- Stable, established manufacturing organization with long-term growth plans
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