Purchasing Planning Associate (Entry Level)

Responsibilities

• Communicate expected delivery dates to vendors at, or prior to, the time the purchase order is submitted.
• Purchase material within the company budget for each project material phase.
• Manage new material vendor approval.
• Negotiate favorable shipment dates when possible.
• Follow up with vendors after purchase orders are sent to ensure orders are processed by vendors in a timely manner.
• Verify order acknowledgements against the basis of order document (typically an updated vendor quote) for accuracy.
• Procure sourcing material, establish new vendors, and manage vendor documentation.
• Notify field operations and project management regarding any material cost overruns and/or material delays.
• Reconcile purchase orders to verify they match invoices.
• Ensure that all material is accurately, timely and completely ordered for each project.
• Other special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of relevant experience (Preferred).
• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or related field (Preferred).
• Demonstrated strength in creative thought and visual problem solving.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Basic knowledge of material cycle counting and basic administrative tasks.
• Authorized to work lawfully in the United States.
• Bilingual (Fluency in English and Korean is required).
• Ability to relocate to Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 before starting work (Required).

Benefits

• 100% coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (Fully paid by company).
• 401K Matching up to 4%.
• Cellphone Allowances.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Employee Discounts.
• 10 Paid Vacation Days.
• 5 Paid Sick Days.
• 11 Paid Holidays.
• Paid Bereavement Leave.
• Employee development program.
• On-Job Training Program.
• Career-Path opportunities.
• Lunch catering for employees.
• Various Team building programs.
• Health & Wellness programs.

Pay

Starting salary range: $59,000 to $65,000 per year based on experience.

Schedule

8-hour shift (Negotiable depending on experience).

Work Location: In person.