SK hynix America · 2 days ago
Procurement Specialist
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$60K/yr - $80K/yr
1+ years expSK hynix America is a global leader in semiconductor innovation, developing advanced memory solutions. They are seeking a Procurement Specialist to oversee procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient operations.
Semiconductors
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day indirect procurement activities, including supplier selection, purchase order processing, documentation completeness, delivery follow-up, and payment coordination
Manage local category sourcing activities, including contract implementation, supplier management, vendor master data maintenance, and compliance with procurement policies and procedures
Build, maintain, and manage effective supplier relationships; conduct supplier evaluations through site visits, interviews, and performance analysis to ensure quality, service, and delivery standards
Request, evaluate, and compare quotations; negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions; and establish, monitor, and enforce supplier contracts and agreements to achieve best value
Analyze costs for new and existing suppliers, support cost-reduction initiatives, and drive continuous improvement programs focused on quality, delivery, service, and cost performance
Actively follow up with vendors on purchase order status and estimated completion timelines to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment
Coordinate service contracts and purchase details to ensure goods and services are ordered, received, and invoiced accurately
Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Accounting, and internal stakeholders to support invoicing, payment processing, purchasing expense control, and adherence to procurement processes
Provide general and ad hoc project support for local partnership programs and perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience
1–3 years of purchasing or procurement experience preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility and effective relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
Proven organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and workflows
Working knowledge of purchasing principles, negotiation, commercial terms, and cost breakdown analysis
Experience working closely with suppliers and contributing to cost reduction and business improvement initiatives
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with strong reporting capabilities; SAP or other ERP experience preferred but not required
Bilingual proficiency in English and Korean preferred
Authorized to work in the US
Preferred
1–3 years of purchasing or procurement experience preferred
SAP or other ERP experience preferred but not required
Bilingual proficiency in English and Korean preferred
Benefits
Top Tier health insurance at no employee cost
Paid day offs: PTO + Company Holidays + Happy Fridays
Paid Parental Leave Program
401k Matching
Educational reimbursement up to $10,000 per year
Donation Matching and volunteering opportunities
Corporate discount programs
Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees
Company
SK hynix America
Semiconductors are essential to all IT products, and its performance often determines the performance of the final products.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Lee
Director of Technology / Evangelist : Pathfinding & Partnerships
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