Material Purchasing Specialist I

HL-GA Battery Company LLC•Ellabell, GA

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for purchasing raw material for manufacturing operations. It involves planning material requirements, creating and managing purchase orders (POs), and monitoring the movement of material flow. The role also focuses on maintaining healthy inventory levels through various related activities and reporting the status to management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Windows programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Proven analytical ability to understand and solve issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a positive attitude.
Ability to multitask on several projects at the same time.
Effective communication in Korean/English and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to sit or remain stationary for extended periods while working at a computer.
Ability to use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and office equipment.
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and move within office and operational areas.
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and move typical office materials, equipment, and material samples.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of related experience
Experience predicting material needs 1-3 months in advance
Manufacturing experience
Knowledgeable in MRP, ERP, WMS systems

Responsibilities

Manage and execute purchase orders (POs) to support raw material requirements and production schedules.
Communicate with domestic, Korean, and other international suppliers across different time zones and teams to manage orders.
Monitor backlog and daily order status reports, adjust schedules as needed, and manage/modify POs with overdue shipments and open orders.
Manage material aging, EOL, and inventory accuracy to maintain healthy inventory.
Maintain accurate and timely data within ERP/MRP systems to support planning and procurement accuracy.
Manage all requirements for purchasing, storage, and transportation of materials.
Ensure material availabilities to accomplish KPIs in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks.
Work effectively and timely in cross-functional teams, and independently with organizational and analytical skills.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to purchasing, delivery, receiving, accounts payable invoices, and supplier payments daily, weekly, and monthly.
Track procurement progression by proactively monitoring supplier/product delivery daily, weekly, and monthly.
Prevent potential supply risks with suppliers to maintain optimum material flow with cost-effective activities.
Generate daily, weekly, and monthly material reports related to responsibilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.