- Where
- Adairsville, Georgia
- Level
- Junior
Purchasing Associate (Bilingual Korean Required)
Timpl has partnered with a leading global manufacturer of innovative building
and industrial materials, specializing in surfaces, flooring, and automotive
components. . And they're looking for a Purchasing Associate.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in sourcing and purchasing materials, components, and services
according to company requirements.
* Process purchase requisitions, create purchase orders, and maintain accurate
procurement records.
* Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, track shipments, and resolve
delivery issues.
* Monitor supplier performance, including on-time delivery, quality, and
pricing compliance.
* Maintain and update vendor master data and procurement files.
* Assist in negotiating prices, contracts, and terms with suppliers under
supervision of Purchasing Manager.
* Support inventory management by coordinating with warehouse and production
teams to ensure material availability.
* Participate in cost analysis, spend reporting, and procurement process
improvements.
* Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and
regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
preferred.
* 1–3 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience.
* Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and inventory
systems.
* Strong communication and negotiation skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and ERP systems (SAP
preferred).
* Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
* Bilingual (English/Korean or English/Spanish) is a plus but not required.