What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Purchasing Specialist position at SEOYON E-HWA MANUFACTURING SAVANNAH INC?
Position: JR Purchasing Specialist
Status: Fulltime, Exempt
Location: Savannah, GA
Company Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented JR Purchasing Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the procurement of goods and services to meet the company’s operational needs while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery. The ideal candidate should have experience working with SAP for procurement activities and must be able to coordinate with various departments to ensure smooth purchasing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support day-to-day purchasing activities using SAP systems, including requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier invoicing.
- Assist with maintaining and updating supplier databases and relationships.
- Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and regulations.
- Support with collaboration with internal teams such as operations, finance, and inventory management to align purchasing efforts with business needs.
- Monitor and report on purchasing metrics, such as cost savings, supplier performance, and delivery timelines.
- Work closely with the Purchasing Specialist and finance team to resolve any invoice discrepancies.
- Support the continuous improvement of purchasing processes and systems.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 1 years of experience in purchasing/procurement role, with a proven track record in procurement operations.
- Proficiency in SAP with hands-on experience in creating purchase orders, managing vendor information, and processing invoices.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the automotive parts manufacturing industry.
Benefits:
At Seoyon E-Hwa, we believe that our success is driven by the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive.
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
Seoyon Ehwa Manufacturing Savannah Inc is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
