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[Entry-Level] Korean Speaking Procurement Specialist

• Korean language proficiency is a must! Please note we do not accept any candidates who does not qualify for this important requirment. Responsibilities
• Create and issue purchase orders to suppliers for goods or services that meet client's requirement.
• Process and maintain purchase orders to meet demand in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Establish effective working relationships with customers and vendors through continuous communications on delivery, pricing, RFQ status, and order confirmations.
• Review quotes; determine contract prices; follows up on orders placed; verifies delivery; and approves payment.
• Communicate with vendors, clients, customers, team members, and managers to align goals.
• Provide customer service via email and phone support.
• Maintains accurate and complete procurement data.
• Evaluate and negotiate contracts with vendors.
• Compare available goods with industry trends to determine appropriate pricing.
• Supply Chain Management.
• Assist Finance and other relevant parties with reconciling purchase and invoice variances.
• Organize and schedule procurements in timely manner.
• Conduct market research for product and suggest alternative options to client with cost-saving, better lead time.
• Perform hands-on receiving inspections at the warehouse to verify quantity, condition, and specs against purchase orders. (Includes opening packages and occasionally moving boxes/materials for inspection).
• Physically cross-check delivered goods with shipping documents to ensure accurate inventory logging.
• Perform other job-related duties as needed.
• Find new opportunity for expanding business actively.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• This is primarily a desk-based office role (approx. 80-90%), but requires occasional warehouse visits (approx. 10-20%) for product inspection and receiving verification.
• Position involves minor physical activity, including lifting, moving, and unboxing light-to-medium packages for inventory and quality checks. Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in procurement, business, or related field
• 1-2 years of previous experience in procurement or purchasing (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Proficient in Microsoft office and QuickBooks(preferred)
• English(requirement), Korean(requirement)
• Passionate, Active mind Salary
• Competitive Salary Benefits
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental, Life),

Paid Time Off Pay:

$57,000.00

• $59,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): This role requires physically moving boxes for inspection purposes, accounting for up to 10% of the work. Are you comfortable and able to perform this task?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

, read, and write Korean fluently (Required)

Work Location:

In person