Associate Purchasing Specialist

We firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company! With success in mind as the ultimate goal, we strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities. We are looking for The Right One to join our team! What's In It For You? Competitive Salary with Bonus Opportunities Paid Time Off Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits (Low Premiums!) Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 14 Paid Company Holidays 401(k) with Company Contribution Educational Tuition Reimbursement Summary Executes transactional purchasing activities to procure materials, equipment, and services at optimal prices and terms to support organizational needs. Operates within the corporate purchasing function to issue and manage purchase orders, collect and compare supplier quotes, and maintain accurate purchasing documentation and systems. Applies working knowledge of company products and operations to align buys with schedules; expedites orders and troubleshoots routine issues under guidance. Supports RFx events, vendor onboarding, and maintenance of sourcing lists and data. What You'll Do Create, release, and track purchase orders; ensure pricing, terms, and delivery dates are accurate in ERP/eProcurement systems. Solicit and compare quotes; perform basic price analyses; recommend award decisions within established thresholds. Coordinate with planning, operations, engineering, and finance to confirm requirements, specifications, and timing. Maintain supplier and item master data, approved supplier lists, and purchasing records; ensure policy compliance. Monitor order status; expedite or de-expedite as needed; resolve routine discrepancies (price, quantity, delivery). Prepare routine reports, charts, and metrics (e.g., spend summaries, open order status, OTD) and support audits. Assist in supplier relationship management by communicating order requirements and performance feedback. Other duties and responsibilities as determined by TAI from time to time in its sole discretion - no percentage assigned. What You Need Associate's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field. Bachelor's degree preferred. 0-2 years of purchasing, supply chain, or operations experience; internships or co-ops a plus. Basic understanding of purchasing processes, quotes, and terms; exposure to ERP/MRP preferred. Proficiency with Excel and basic data analysis.

Knowledge:

Purchasing fundamentals, RFQs, basic contract and commercial terms, inventory basics, ERP/MRP concepts.

Skills:

Attention to detail, organization, time management, numerical accuracy, basic negotiation, clear written and verbal communication.

Abilities:

Follow standard procedures, manage multiple PO lines and deadlines, collaborate cross-functionally, learn commodity and market basics, maintain accurate records and documentation. Travel Less than 10% Our company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! It is the policy and commitment of the company to maintain a work environment that provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all its employees and applicants. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital/domestic partner status, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other applicable lawfully protected basis. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. We seek to employ individuals qualified for a position by virtue of job-related educational standards, training, experience, and personal qualifications. Toyota Tsusho America, Inc. (TAI) is a multi-market, multi-business enterprise which has been operating in North America for over 60 years. Based on both the heritage and the global vision of our parent company, Toyota Tsusho Corporation, we have greatly expanded upon our traditional trading business model by developing new manufacturing, intermediate goods processing, and logistics activities in United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. TAI is a North American leader in procurement, processing, recycling, and supply chain management, with deep expertise in the automotive sector. With a team of over 8,000, TAI delivers value on every level, addressing business and social challenges and driving innovative, sustainable solutions for a better future. Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm, and where you can learn and grow to your full potential! We're looking for individuals who enjoy the entrepreneurial thrill of innovation and who enjoy working as a team to create a satisfying outcome for our customers! Be The Right One The Right ONE for you: The best assurance of safety, quality, and reliability - based on your needs (Genba) The Right ONE for us: Maximization of individual capabilities, global networks and diversity to create synergistic strengths The Right ONE for future: Unique insights and capabilities to explore new possibilities for future and sustainable society Toyota Tsusho America's business spans a wide range of fields. We have organized our business under seven operating divisions. Metal Plus Circular Economy Digital Solutions Supply Chain Mobility Green Infrastructure Lifestyle Though different in the products and services they provide, these divisions share the same goal of creating and delivering diverse value by developing unique functions from a dedicated customer-oriented approach. Each division maintains highly specialized expertise and leverages unique capabilities in its respective field. At the same time, the divisions combine their know-how and capabilities to generate synergy and create new value.