Junior International Buyer - Bilingual Mandarin/ English
About The Position
Superior Communications is looking for a Junior International Buyer in Baldwin Park, CA. The Junior International Buyer supports purchasing and supply chain activities involved in bringing products from suppliers to our distribution locations and customers. This position assists with purchase order management, supplier communication, inventory monitoring, shipment follow-up, and purchasing-related reporting. The Junior International Buyer also works closely with Buyers and management to ensure purchase orders, product availability, shipment schedules, and inventory requirements are accurately maintained and communicated. This position is intended for an individual developing their knowledge and experience in purchasing, inventory management, and international supply chain operations. This position has a bilingual requirement of English and Mandarin.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree is required
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English and Mandarin
- 1–2 years of experience in purchasing, inventory, logistics, or supply chain preferred
- Basic knowledge of purchasing and international supply chain concepts preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to follow through on assignments.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage workload in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability and willingness to learn purchasing and supply chain processes
Nice To Haves
- Experience with ERP or purchasing systems is a plus
Responsibilities
- Review requisitions and create purchase orders based on approved quantities and requirements
- Communicate with suppliers regarding orders, production status, and product availability
- Follow up on new items and purchase orders to meet launch timelines
- Assist with product transitions and supplier-related issues
- Identify and assist in resolving invoice, pricing, and cost discrepancies
- Maintain purchasing information and prepare ad-hoc reports as needed
- Follow up with suppliers on open purchase orders, production status, and delivery schedules
- Enter and maintain accurate shipping schedule information in the system daily and cross-check weekly
- Monitor shipments, back orders, and customer required delivery dates; escalate potential delays
- Coordinate shipping documentation and work with suppliers and freight forwarders as needed to resolve shipment issues
- Assist with reviewing freight costs, logistics invoices, and related discrepancies
- Coordinate with Buyers or management when decisions or approvals are required
- Support the development and maintenance of positive vendor relationships
- Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding purchase orders, production schedules, shipments, documentation, and other routine purchasing matters
- Assist with troubleshooting purchasing-related issues and escalate more complex matters when necessary
- Assist with researching defective, damaged, incorrect, or unacceptable goods
- Coordinate information and documentation required for vendor returns, DOA, RMA, defective products, and NCMR-related issues
- Assist Buyers with vendor return negotiations and resolution
- Follow up with suppliers regarding replacement product, credit memos, payments, or other agreed resolutions
- Maintain records related to vendor returns and supplier credits
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- Disability
- Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
