Buyer (On-Site)

Voltage; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltage, based in Chapel Hill, NC, is looking for a Procurement Specialist. Responsibilities include procurement execution, supplier development, and ensuring timely supply of materials. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or a related field and have a minimum of 3 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in English and Chinese is preferred. The position involves working in an office environment with potential travel to customer sites.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiar with manufacturing procurement processes.
• Proficiency in both English and Chinese preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for procurement execution and supplier management.
• Prepare and track purchase orders according to strict procedures.
• Conduct market research on material quality and pricing.

Skills

Procurement experience

Business communication skills

Negotiation skills

Coordination skills

Analytical skills

Strong learning ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related fields

Job description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for procurement execution and supplier development and management, ensuring the timely supply of required materials, equipment, and services, and effectively controlling costs.
• Responsible for preparing, placing, and tracking purchase orders in strict accordance with procurement procedures to ensure timely supply.
• Ensure that purchased materials meet company quality standards and production requirements.
• Conduct market research on material quality, pricing, and supply trends, and collect and manage relevant data.
• Handle settlement, returns, and claims related to materials or services.
• Identify new supplier resources, assist in supplier evaluation and selection, and establish efficient communication channels.
• Analyze cost structures, participate in price negotiations, execute contracts, and control procurement costs.
• Complete other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Work Experience, Education, and Skills Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering (IE), Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related fields preferred.
• Proficiency in both English and Chinese preferred.
• At least 3 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiar with manufacturing procurement processes; strong business communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong coordination and communication skills; able to collaborate across internal and external departments.
• Strong learning ability; able to quickly acquire and apply new knowledge.
• Strong information collection and analytical skills; able to identify key issues.
• Strong sense of responsibility and ability to work under pressure; honest and trustworthy.
• Good professional ethics and strong awareness of confidentiality.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a fast-growing, dynamic environment.
• Traveling to customer sites and events (traveling up to 25%).

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The Company will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of any employment visa, including without limitation, H-1B, O-1, E-3, TN status, or I-485 job portability or similar immigration processes.

Voltage is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.