What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Specialist position at USP Management?
The Purchasing Specialist acquires supplies, materials, and parts for the company, ensuring efficient and cost-effective procurement. This role involves anticipating material needs, collaborating with various departments, and resolving supplier issues to enhance operational performance.
Responsibility Areas:
- Purchase supplies, materials, and parts for the company.
- Maintain knowledge of trends, prices, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability; direct purchasing programs accordingly.
- Review purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies.
- Manage and participate in the purchasing process, procurement process, inventory handling process, and claim process with the relevant teams.
- Collaborate with sales, customer service, and logistics departments to maximize efficiency in the purchasing and inventory control department.
- Communicate with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
- Find solutions to overcome roadblocks in the workflow and improve internal procedures to maximize efficiency and optimize the team's workflow.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of purchasing or manager experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field with coursework in purchasing and/or inventory control management required.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as inventory software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional working proficiency in both English and Korean.
Work Hours: Full-Time (Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM)
Embark on an exciting career adventure with us, where we prioritize your well-being and ongoing professional development. Enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Sick & Holidays, Performance Bonuses, Educational Training Reimbursements, Employee Referral Incentives, Lunch & Drink Fringe Allowance, Fitness Membership Reimbursements, Employee Birthday Gifts, Service Year Awards, and much more. Join our vibrant team, where we actively seek individuals with the talent and skills to drive our continuous growth and success. Come be a part of something extraordinary!
USP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer — M/F/Disabled/Vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
