Import Fulfillment Specialist

About the Job

Import Fulfillment Specialist

Summary:

This role, part of the Import Fulfillment Team, focuses on maximizing Purchase Order (PO) Efficiency and optimizing Lead Time. The Specialist will be responsible for core duties including placing orders with vendors, tracking the status of POs, and actively optimizing the overall logistics process. This position offers advancement opportunities toward the Merchant or Replenishment functions.

Responsibilities:

• Placing POs & System Input:
  • Coordinate with Southeast Asian vendors to place orders and manage shipments, ensuring all procurement activities align with regional trade compliance.
  • Input and update PO information to SAP accurately to maintain real-time inventory visibility and procurement records.
• Shipment Tracking & Expediting:
  • Push vendors to secure timely bookings and deliver products to the port of origin on schedule, mitigating potential delays in the supply chain.
  • Track PO status from booking to arrival and monitor ETD/ETA to provide internal stakeholders with reliable delivery forecasts.
• Lead Time Optimization:
  • Work with vendors to minimize and stabilize Lead Time, identifying and resolving bottlenecks in the procurement and logistics lifecycle.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent academic and professional experience.
• 2+ years in import, logistics, or procurement preferred.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities.
• High precision in data entry and documentation.
• Strong professional verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and accountable.
• Effective in fast-paced environments with minimal oversight.
• Mandatory English proficiency; Mandarin is an asset.
• Fluency in Thai (preferred), Filipino, or Vietnamese required.
• Basic problem-solving and willingness to learn new systems.
• Legal U.S. work authorization without sponsorship.

Physical Requirements:

• This job may require standing or walking for extended periods of time, lifting up to 15 pounds, and performing repetitive motions.

Position Details:

• Employment Type: Full Time.
• Location: 6338 Regio Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620.
• Working Hours: Monday - Friday 9AM - 5:30PM.
• Available to work on weekends and holidays as necessary.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401 (k) Retirement Saving Plan with 4% Company Match.
• Long-Term Services Award.
• Employee Discount.
• Paid Time Off.

Compensation:

The pay for this job starts from $25 per hour. This is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) the responsibilities of the job, your education, skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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Disclaimer:

Our goal is to be a recognized leader in the industry while providing a great workplace for employees. Please note the job descriptions are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the position. They do not cover all the details of skills, duties, or responsibilities required for the positions. Thus, they are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all skills, duties, and responsibilities required for personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as instructed by management. Skills, duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. We are an E.E.O. employer.

About the Company

99 Ranch Market is one of the largest Asian supermarket chains in the United States. We have store locations in California, Nevada, Texas, Washington, Oregon, Maryland, Massachusetts, Virginia, New Jersey and more to come! We are passionate and honored to be shaping the Asian Supermarket culture within the grocery industry. As 99 Ranch Market expends, we have new positions open. We welcome new members to grow alongside with the family.