Specialist II, Raw Material Procurement

Title:  Specialist II, Materials Management 

 

Summary:

The Specialist II, Materials Management supports global raw material sourcing activities to enhance cost efficiency and operational competitiveness. This role is responsible for day-to-day purchasing operations, including supplier communication, forecast management, and coordination with internal teams and headquarters. The position also assists with documentation, reporting, and contract administration while supporting cross-functional alignment between U.S. operations and HQ in South Korea.

 

Responsibilities:

Purchasing Operations

• Support standardization of systems and purchasing processes in collaboration with HQ and global subsidiaries (Poland, China, etc.).
• Review basic contract information for new projects, verify required documents, and ensure accurate system registration.
• Coordinate with the legal team regarding required contract reviews and approvals.
• Track KPIs and monitor monthly performance trends.

Order & Supplier Management

• Monitor purchase order due dates and closure timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
• Analyze monthly purchasing data, categorize issues, and share insights with internal teams and HQ.
• Assist in annual supplier evaluations for assigned categories.
• Conduct Layered Process Audits (LPA) as required to ensure procedural compliance.

Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, and annual purchasing reports to leadership and headquarters.
• Maintain communication with suppliers to monitor purchasing plans, forecast updates, and delivery schedules.
• Review supplier inquiries regarding payment status, invoice accuracy, and required documentation; ensure timely follow-up according to internal procedures.
• Share updates on purchasing policies and process changes from headquarters to internal teams.

 

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in general business, business administration, supply chain, logistics, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in materials management or procurement within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours to participate in meetings and communicate with South Korea HQ and other global sites.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required

 

Skills:

• Strong ownership and accountability for assigned tasks.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare reports, forecasts, and summaries.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively to achieve goals.
• Skilled in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Understanding of basic finance and accounting principles related to purchasing.
• Knowledge in global sourcing, negotiations, and vendor communication.