Purchasing Specialist (WA - Tukwila)

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchase order (PO) processes to ensure accurate, timely, and cost-effective deliveries.
• Collaborate with vendors, transportation, and warehouse teams for efficient supply coordination.
• Monitor procurement costs to stay within budget and support cost control.
• Review and improve PO procedures and automate routine procurement tasks to enhance efficiency.
• Conduct daily inventory checks, with attention to critical and sensitive items.
• Address product returns and credit issues promptly to minimize shrinkage.
• Maintain stock levels to avoid overstock and stockouts; manage slow-moving inventory and reduce excess.
• Apply Just-in-Time (JIT) purchasing where appropriate.
• Track and ensure adherence to supplier lead times; negotiate reductions and set safety stock levels.
• Generate reports on inventory status, procurement plans, and ETAs for stakeholders.
• Evaluate supplier performance for OTIF (on-time, in-full) delivery and drive improvements where needed.
• Ensure vendor compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role, ideally in the food industry.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (Odoo) and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word).
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Food industry regulations and quality control standards is a plus.
• Bilingual in English & Mandarin is preferred.

Benefits

• $30.00 - $35.00 per hour (YoE)
• Medical insurance, vision insurance, and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Sick leave: 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours
• Holiday Pay
• 401k retirement plan based on full-time work status
• Employee Discount Programs
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement