Senior Buyer

Job Description

We are an OEM in the Automotive industry who is looking for a fluent Mandarin speaking Sr. Buyer to join our team.

Essential Functions/Job Responsibilities:

Issue requests for quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and select best source consistent with cost, quality and delivery requirements for existing business.

• Complete purchase requests with domestic and international suppliers by inputting purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and verifying all transactions.

• Handle correspondence concerning over-shipments, delivery shortages, changes in quantity, delivery dates, and prices and report such changes to the interested parties in a timely manner as required.

• Act as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement related problems.

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals and as set by management.

• Maintain accuracy of information within SYSPRO, including lead-time, pricing, current supplier information, current purchase order data, etc.

• Ensure SYSPRO parameters are maintained by monitoring minimum, maximum, safety, and current inventory levels, making recommendations to management for adjustments to levels.

• Monitor supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintaining appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that supplier is aware of their performance.

• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing other job-related tasks as needed, enabling other workers to achieve their job objectives.

Qualifications:

• BA or BS in Materials Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Operations Planning or a related field

• Fluency in written and spoken Mandarin 

• 5+ years of related procurement experience including purchasing, inventory control, contract negotiation, supply management, supplier relationships, basics of Cost Accounting, and tracking budget expenses.

• Knowledge of MRP processes

• Work experience in an electronics manufacturing environment beneficial.

• Knowledge of import freight movement.

• Ability to act independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments.

• Ability to respond consistently with a high degree of initiative to resolve issues or complex problems that may arise.

• Ability to maintain positive company image and brand.

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

• Well-developed written and verbal communication, listening and presentation skills.

• Efficient organization and time-management skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

• A courteous and professional demeanor.

• Strong negotiation skills

• Ability to work well under pressure

• Intermediate to advanced computer skills. Proficient with MS Office suite and other work-related software.