Purchasing Specialist II

About the role

The Purchasing Specialist II executes and optimizes raw material procurement and inventory planning activities to support continuous manufacturing operations. This role manages purchase orders, monitors supplier performance, and ensures material availability through proactive planning and coordination. The position works cross-functionally with internal teams and domestic, Korean, and other international suppliers to maintain optimal inventory levels, mitigate supply risks, and support production continuity within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a Level II role operating with a high degree of autonomy on complex procurement and inventory matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute purchase orders (POs) to support raw material requirements and production schedules
• Communicate with domestic, Korean, and other international suppliers across time zones to place, adjust, and manage orders
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and backlog, taking proactive action to resolve delays and constraints
• Coordinate with suppliers to adjust orders, expedite shipments, and improve delivery performance
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supply risks to prevent production disruptions
• Analyze inventory levels, consumption trends, and demand forecasts to maintain optimal material availability
• Manage inventory health, including excess, aging, and end-of-life (EOL) materials, and implement corrective actions
• Ensure alignment between procurement activities, production requirements, and inventory strategies
• Maintain accurate and timely data within ERP, MRP, and WMS systems to support planning and procurement accuracy
• Resolve complex discrepancies related to purchasing, receiving, invoicing, and supplier payments
• Generate and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly reports in Korean and English to support decision making and performance tracking
• Collaborate with Production, Warehouse, Engineering, and Finance teams to improve material flow and operational efficiency
• Communicate with global stakeholders, including Korean-speaking partners, to coordinate procurement activities and resolve issues
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement processes, inventory control, and supplier performance
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to purchasing and material handling
• Maintain confidentiality of supplier, pricing, and company information
• Maintain regular and reliable on-site attendance
• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain; Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience
• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or materials planning required
• Experience with material forecasting, inventory planning, and supplier coordination required
• Experience working with ERP and MRP systems in a production environment required
• Manufacturing or industrial environment experience preferred
• Experience coordinating with international suppliers or global headquarters preferred
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