What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Purchasing Specialist II position at HL-GA Battery Company LLC?
Summary:
The Material Purchasing Specialist II is responsible for executing and optimizing 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 Purchasing Specialist II works cross-functionally with internal teams and suppliers to maintain optimal inventory levels, mitigate supply risks, and support production continuity within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and execute purchase orders (POs) to support raw material requirements and production schedules
- Communicate with domestic, Korean and other international suppliers in different time zone and teams to manage orders.
- Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and backlog, taking proactive action to resolve delays and constraints with accountability
- Coordinate with suppliers to adjust orders, expedite shipments, and improve delivery performance
- Analyze inventory levels, consumption trends, and demand forecasts to maintain optimal material availability
- Identify, assess, and mitigate supply risks to prevent production disruptions
- Manage inventory health including excess, aging, and end-of-life (EOL) materials, and implement corrective actions
- Resolve complex discrepancies related to purchasing, receiving, invoicing, and supplier payments
- Ensure alignment between procurement activities, production requirements, and inventory strategies
- Generate and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly reports in Korean and English to support decision-making and performance tracking up
- Collaborate with production, warehouse, engineering, and finance teams to improve material flow and operational efficiency
- Maintain accurate and timely data within ERP/MRP/WMS systems to support planning and procurement accuracy
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement processes, inventory control, and supplier performance
- Communicate with global stakeholders, including Korean-speaking partners, to coordinate procurement activities and resolve issues
- Ensure compliance and accountability with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to purchasing and material handling
- Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
Experience:
- 3 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or materials planning
- Experience with material forecasting, inventory planning, and supplier coordination required
- Manufacturing or industrial environment experience preferred
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems in a production environment
- Multicultural experience
Work Authorization:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Skills:
- Working knowledge of procurement, inventory management, and supply chain principles
- Effective communication in Korean/English and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make recommendations
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to identify risks and take proactive action to resolve issues
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or remain stationary for extended periods while working at a computer
- Ability to use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and office equipment
- Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and move within office and operational areas
- Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and move typical office materials, equipment and material samples
Work Environment:
- Primarily office-based environment within a manufacturing facility
- Frequent use of computer systems, including ERP (SAP) and financial reporting tools
- Occasional exposure to production or operational areas requiring adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements
- May require flexibility to support month-end, year-end, or audit-related activities
HL-GA Battery Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that values the diversity of its workforce.