Purchasing Specialist

About the role

The Purchasing Specialist will support the execution of procurement activities across assigned categories, ensuring timely and accurate purchasing operations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining supplier relationships, initiating purchase orders, and supporting cross-functional teams to meet business and production needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders (POs) in ERP systems (e.g., SAP), ensuring accuracy in pricing, quantity, and delivery terms.
• Track order status, monitor supplier performance, and ensure on-time delivery. Proactively resolve issues related to delays, shortages, or discrepancies.
• Communicate with suppliers on quotations, lead times, and order fulfillment. Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships and ensure alignment with contractual terms.
• Support RFQ/RFP processes by collecting and comparing supplier quotations. Assist in cost analysis and supplier selection based on quality, cost, and delivery.
• Work closely with engineering, finance, quality, and operations teams to support procurement needs and ensure alignment with project timelines.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, track key metrics (cost, delivery, supplier performance), and support reporting and analysis.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies and procedures. Support documentation, audits, and continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles, preferably in manufacturing or automotive environments.
• Technical Skills: Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and strong proficiency in Excel.
• Communication: Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Detail Orientation: High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or high-tech manufacturing industry
• Familiarity with BOM structures and direct/indirect sourcing
• Understanding of sourcing processes (RFQ, cost breakdown, supplier selection)
• Bilingual in Mandarin is a plus

Pay

Salary Range: ($80,000-$90,000 DOE), plus benefits and incentive plans

Benefits + Perks

• Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family)
• 401(k) options
• Casual dress code + relaxed work environment