Purchasing Associate

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.