Procurement Specialist

Work Location: Fort Worth, Texas Job Type: Full-time EMPLOYEE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This person will coordinate the completion of procurement activities to ensure consistent compliance with production/sales requirements. Responsibilities include: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities. Identify, evaluate and recommend qualified suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery performance. Support cost reduction initiatives and achieve annual cost saving targets. Conduct supplier negotiation for both standard and non-standard items. Monitor and evaluate supplier performance (delivery, quality...) Develop and manage material replenishment plans based on production schedules and inventory levels. Generate and track purchase order based on the materials planning. Process and execute purchase orders in accordance with company policy Ensure procurement specifications, drawings, and supplemental info is properly transmitted to suppliers Manage price updates and maintain price accuracy in ERP and OA system. Support purchase requisition processing and payment coordination. Maintain accurate procurement data and system records. (ERP, OA, other internal systems). Process internal purchase requisition from OA system and complete the online or invoice payment Other procurement related tasks from manager. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least three (3) years of experience as a procurement specialist in the manufacturing area is required. Additional Experience of mechanical equipment parts procurement desired. Strong knowledge of the equipment structure and functions. Familiar with ERP system, basic project management. Experience utilizing and implementing procurement software solutions. Understand the industry, mechanical standard, ISO, DIN or US standard. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Impeccable negotiation and problem-solving skills. Proficient with Microsoft® Office, and other internal programs. Must be organized and systematic; able to process multi-task and be a team builder. Fluent in Mandarin is a plus. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, preferably in Supply Chain, Material Management, Business Administration or related field from an Accredited Institution. #J-18808-Ljbffr