Job Purpose
Support purchasing operations by sourcing materials and services, managing supplier relationships, tracking purchasing initiatives, and ensuring on-time delivery of products to support manufacturing operations.
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Purchase direct and indirect materials to meet production and operational requirements.
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Manage supplier relationships and coordinate demand forecasts, delivery schedules, and inventory needs.
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Analyze quotes and negotiate pricing, delivery, and service terms to achieve quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) objectives.
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Process purchase orders, contracts, requisitions, and invoices while ensuring compliance with company policies.
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Monitor supplier performance and support cost reduction, lead-time improvement, and sourcing initiatives.
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Follow up on requests from Central Purchasing Center and internal stakeholders.
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Support FTA/USMCA documentation, Certificate of Origin management, and trade compliance activities.
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Assist with CBP audits and resolution of related issues.
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Track purchasing metrics, supplier performance, and cost-saving activities.
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Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, and other cross-functional teams to meet business objectives.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
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1-3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience preferred.
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CPM or CPSM certification is a plus.
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Bilingual English/Korean highly preferred.
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Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, formulas, and data analysis.
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Understanding of purchasing processes, supply chain management, and trade compliance (FTA/USMCA).
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
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Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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Experience in automotive manufacturing or related industry.
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Project management experience.
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Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
