Purchasing Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

Assist the Purchasing Manager with purchasing processes and inventory management to ensure smooth operations.

Key Responsibilities:

•    Conduct warehouse inventory counts, compare with ERP, and report discrepancies/risks.

•    Receive and unload inbound materials, verify quantities, record in ERP, and store properly.

•    Supply raw materials to production per requests; cross-check and update ERP transfers.

•    Monitor stock levels, place purchase orders, and track deliveries for materials and subparts.

•    Supervise and train subordinate worker; ensure clear communication and task completion.

•    Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse with proper storage systems.

•    Support Purchasing Manager in sourcing suppliers, cost-saving opportunities, and coordination with other departments.

•    Perform and record daily forklift maintenance checks.

Qualifications:

•    Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

•    Proficient in Excel, ERP/SAP preferred.

•    Detail-oriented with ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

•    Forklift certified (or willing to be trained).

•    Bilingual (English/Korean) preferred.

•    Experience in warehouse, inventory, or manufacturing environments preferred.

•    Must comply with PPE and OSHA requirements.

Education/Experience:

•    Bachelor’s in business, economics, engineering, or supply chain preferred; or high school with 2–3 years relevant experience.

•    ERP, OSHA, forklift, and propane handling training provided.