Purchasing Assistant

Job TitleHF Foods Group, Inc. is a leading distributor of international foodservice solutions to Asian restaurants and other businesses across the United States.Primary FunctionsThe Purchasing Assistant is responsible for supporting business operations by assisting the buyer or purchasing manager to submit the purchase order to our supplier or vendor, maintain the relationships and follow up the products that we purchased until we fully received it into our inventory. Bilingual of Chinese Mandarin is preferred.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesPerform vendor research and selection to enhance profitability, reduce operating costs and boost efficiencyMaintain cordial working relationships with vendors and supervise vendor activitiesEnter purchase orders into internal databases, oversee shipping schedules and maintain purchase recordsWork with receiving team in the warehouse to compare deliveries with purchase orders to identify discrepanciesConduct ongoing market research to identify beneficial purchase agreements and potential vendorsNegotiate appropriate contracts for pricing and supplyOrganize and update database of suppliers, delivery times, invoices, and quantity of suppliesAnalyze potential vendors and suppliers for future project needsCollaborate with financial team members on contracts, invoicing, and other payment mattersAny other duties as assigned by the managementSkills And QualificationsIn-depth knowledge of purchasing functions, inventory and supply management systemsExcellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skillsAbility to work with minimal supervisionStrong organizational skills, a good understanding of sourcing and the ability to maintain vendor relationshipsDirect experience with spreadsheet computer applicationsBilingual Chinese Mandarin is preferred.Education And/Or TrainingHigh school diploma or equivalent (associate degree or B.Sc. in Logistics, Purchase and Supply, Business Administration or related fields are typically preferred)Experience in purchasing is a plusWork Conditions(The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)Office and warehouse environmentOccasional periods of standing or sitting for extended periods of timeRequired wearing of appropriate PPEExposure to hot/cold weather and loud noises in a warehouse environmentFrequent computer and telephone useFrequent communication with people throughout the dayEqual Opportunity EmployerHF Foods Group emphasizes and provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability.