Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing Specialist: REQUIREMENT: Bi Lingual Korean\English

Job Summary

Accountable to monitor and procure company supplies and materials to ensure production needs and goals are met. Maintain all shipping documentation and resolve inventory discrepancies. Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Primary Duties

• Complete purchase orders when inventory is/is expected below optimal level according to business/production plan.
• Monitor stock; ensure stock levels are in between minimum and maximum quantities to avoid a shortage or surplus.
• Maintain/File purchasing documents; act as credit application/Reference handling between Finance and supplier; complete PO/Contract/Offer sheets; purchasing approval; L/C (Letter of Credit); shipping documents; send out original bill of lading to get freight released on time; complete vouchers; record invoices in SAP; distribute all vouchers and ensure they are attached to invoices for Finance approval; request; request/hand over SDS (safety data sheet) to EHS.
• Update and maintain information which includes: material description, HTSUS No, duty ratio, origin, manufacturer - company/certification/factory address, agent - company/address, contact information - supplier/manufacturer/agent, material picture, unit price, PO quantity/amount, packing method, basic quantity per packing unit (pallet, bag etc.) and basic quantity per delivery method (truck, 20ft container etc.).
• Develop new material / vendor with HQ (Purchasing team, Material development team) and Production technology team.
• Resolve potential discrepancies between ERP and Actual Inventories.
• Conduct monthly closing and report it to headquarters.
• Conduct supplier audit to monitor and evaluation for supplier performance and product quality.   May require to visit supplier plant and company.
• Communicate with custom/freight brokers and vendors to ensure all teams are on the same page in regards to shipment of purchased material.
• Maintain process/manual/work sheet; prepare/participate in audit/certification.
• Complete unit price contracts in regards to negotiation and approval.
• Perform supplier performance reviews with designated departments utilizing supplier evaluation tools for reporting to management.
• Maintain professional conduct during the performance of all aspects of work with all company personnel, vendors, suppliers, and others in the performance of duties;

• Report to work on a regular and consistent basis; follow legal, ethical and moral standards;  comply with company policies and standards;

Qualifications

 4-year college degree in business or related field or equivalent years of work experience

0 – 5 years’ experience in purchasing; international purchasing experience preferred

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Communication skills; quick-learn; ability to self-teach; multi-tasking; attention to detail; problem solving; flexibility; willing to learn; multi-tasking; organizational skills; work effectively as an individual contributor and as a team member; time management; communication skills; computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; basic mathematical skills; customer service; effective negotiation skills; and flexibility with work schedule to accomplish tasks and respond to job related situations.

Physical Requirements

Office or Other Indoor Work: With minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting/moving materials less than 25 pounds.

Working Conditions

Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors and/or any number of elements.

Working conditions for this positions are split between the plant and office settings. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individual(s) assigned to this position.   They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.  Individuals in this position may be assigned to other duties related or unrelated to this position.

Kumho Tire Georgia (KTG) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. KTG reserves the right to withdraw this job posting at any time and/or not fill the position posted.  All applicants may not be granted an interview.