Company Description
1 yr Contract + Extension
Pay Rate: ~$4,145~ /monthly (DOE)
Korean Bilingual Required
Job Description
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Analyze organizational IT infrastructure requirements and develop strategic plans for purchasing hardware, software, and maintenance services.
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Select vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage procurement processes.
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Ensure cost-effective and high-quality products and services are procured.
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Business Support: Manage procurement processes for Hardware (H/W), Software (S/W), and Maintenance-related services.
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Select vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage procurement processes.
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Ensure cost-effective and high-quality products and services are procured.
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Demonstrate a clear understanding of the end-to-end purchasing transaction cycle.
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Communicate effectively with vendors regarding quote requests, Purchase Orders (POs), and order follow-ups.
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Liaise with internal business units for quote requests, POs, and the inspection/Accounts Payable (AP) process.
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Log, manage, and track manual PO transactions, perform regular follow-ups, and generate reports for the Team Lead.
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Conduct training on internal 'OpenPlace' processes for new internal users.
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Negotiate and manage IT infrastructure-related maintenance contracts.
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Train newly qualified vendors on how to utilize the Vendor Portal.
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Submit regular reports on purchases and maintenance activities.
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Resolve invoicing issues or discrepancies by communicating with the vendor’s Accounts Receivable (AR) team.
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Support month-end closing activities and related documentation.
Qualifications
Requirements
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Language: Fluent in both English and Korean (Bilingual required for regular communication with Headquarter).
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Experience: Entry level to 3 + years of hands-on purchasing or procurement experience
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Technical Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SAP (or equivalent web-based purchasing systems).
Special Skills & Qualifications
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate seamlessly with the HQ team, internal staff, and external vendors.
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Strong attention to detail and high data accuracy.
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Proven ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, and practice effective time management under pressure.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.