Purchasing SpecialistＩ

Faraday Future•El Segundo, CA

About The Position

The Purchasing Specialist I will support the execution of procurement activities across assigned categories, ensuring timely and accurate purchasing operations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining supplier relationships, initiating purchase orders, and supporting cross-functional teams to meet business and production needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles, preferably in manufacturing or automotive environments.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and strong proficiency in Excel.
Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in automotive or high-tech manufacturing industry
Familiarity with BOM structures and direct/indirect sourcing
Understanding of sourcing processes (RFQ, cost breakdown, supplier selection)
Bilingual in Mandarin is a plus

Responsibilities

Create, issue, and manage purchase orders (POs) in ERP systems (e.g., SAP), ensuring accuracy in pricing, quantity, and delivery terms.
Track order status, monitor supplier performance, and ensure on-time delivery. Proactively resolve issues related to delays, shortages, or discrepancies.
Communicate with suppliers on quotations, lead times, and order fulfillment. Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships and ensure alignment with contractual terms.
Support RFQ/RFP processes by collecting and comparing supplier quotations. Assist in cost analysis and supplier selection based on quality, cost, and delivery.
Work closely with engineering, finance, quality, and operations teams to support procurement needs and ensure alignment with project timelines.
Maintain accurate procurement records, track key metrics (cost, delivery, supplier performance), and support reporting and analysis.
Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies and procedures. Support documentation, audits, and continuous process improvements.