Purchasing Coordinator

Job Title: Purchasing Specialist

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Start: Immediate

End Client: Confidential

Industry: Technical

Workplace Type: On-Site

Location: Fort Worth Alliance, Texas, United States

Sponsorship: No

** Please note this position requires US Citizenship or Green Card status.

**Visa sponsorship is unavailable at this time.

**OPT EAD or STEM EAD sponsorship is unavailable at this time.

Job Description: The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for managing procurement activities to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality acquisition of materials, components, and services required for our technology operations. This role focuses on material control for electronic components, mechanical parts, and related materials sourced from global suppliers, ensuring compliance with our internal standards, ISO requirements, and applicable international trade regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Operations:

• Handle purchasing of electronic components, mechanical parts, and consumables for manufacturing and repair operations.
• Issue and manage purchase orders through ERP systems, ensuring timely delivery and accurate documentation.
• Ensure material master data (e.g., Purchase Codes, Lead Time, MOQ, Pricing, Vendor Codes) is accurate and complete prior to order release.
• Maintain sufficient supply of production materials by monitoring inventory levels, tracking daily material shortages, and responding promptly to material issues.

Supplier Management:

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with global suppliers, including vendors in Asia and North America.
• Evaluate supplier performance on quality, cost, and delivery metrics; initiate and follow up on corrective actions as needed.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with production, engineering, logistics, and finance teams to align procurement with operational and production needs.
• Support inventory management and demand planning efforts to prevent material shortages or excess stock.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in purchasing or procurement experience, preferably within the electronics or manufacturing industry.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills with experience in global sourcing.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP or similar) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Mandarin proficiency is highly preferred for support coordination with global suppliers.
• Knowledge of international trade regulations, import/export processes, and customs compliance.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Life and disability insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.