Ultimate Staffing · 9 hours ago
Purchasing Specialist
Haslet, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$55K/yr - $60K/yr
3+ years expUltimate Staffing is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to efficiently manage the procurement process for raw materials needed for production. The role involves sending forecasts to vendors, managing purchase orders, and ensuring timely arrival of materials while coordinating communication between suppliers and internal departments.
EmploymentHuman ResourcesManufacturingStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Brianna Zhong
Responsibilities
Send weekly forecasts to vendors and follow up on supplier commitments
Review MRP reports and create, release, and manage purchase orders in SAP/Avatar based on MRP requirements
Perform weekly PO rescheduling according to current MRP requirements via email or using PO Management in Avatar
Monitor and analyze material status in MO Shortage and other related reports, providing updates as needed
Handle material issues, coordinate dispositions, and facilitate communication between suppliers and internal departments
Create MIT requests and send them to the customs team for cross-dock materials
Manage daily activities related to raw material supply planning, procurement, inventory control, and supplier performance
Ensure timely arrival and receipt of assigned materials for production use
Conduct weekly PO price audits for received and open orders, and collaborate with A/P team on payment processes
Execute return and scrap processes for defective materials, including RTV activities: process shipments, maintain RTV POs, generate debit notes, and track shipment status
Prepare and monitor cross-dock material status, ensuring pending shipments are assigned to the correct department PIC
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
3 - 5 years of purchasing experience in ME or EE materials, familiar with material characteristics and MRP logic
At least 2 years of experience managing suppliers overseas or with background in supply chain
Proficiency in ERP systems and SRM software, as well as advanced Excel skills
Preferred
Certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS CPIM, CIPS, or Six Sigma) is a plus
Bilingual in English/Mandarin a plus
Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English is highly preferred, both verbal and written, to communicate effectively with international suppliers and internal teams
Benefits
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holidays.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Company
Ultimate Staffing
Ultimate Staffing specializes in clerical, administrative, customer service, and manufacturing and production positions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lisa Marez
Partnership Director
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