Finance Purchasing Agent, Level 1 (Provisional / Multiple Positions) - Purchasing Office

A-STAFFING, INC.; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Purchasing Agent who is bilingual in Japanese and English. This role involves managing purchasing tasks, communicating with customs and vendors, and supporting the food distribution process. You will conduct market research, negotiate prices, and maintain records for the purchasing department. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys a dynamic environment and has a passion for food and procurement. Join a team where your skills in communication and organization will shine, and make a significant impact in the food distribution sector!

Qualifications

• Fluent in Japanese and business-level English required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and typing skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and manage purchasing tasks.
• Research vendors, negotiate prices, and track orders.
• Maintain records and ensure timely delivery of goods.

Skills

Japanese language proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite

Typing speed (40 words per minute)

Research and negotiation skills

Knowledge of Japanese food ingredients

Education

College Associate degree or higher

Tools

Internal databases

Job description

About the job: Purchasing Agent, Food Distributor - Japanese Bilingual

To communicate with custom brokers, FDA, USDA, and Drayage for updating the import-cargo receiving schedule, handling shipping documents, and import permits. Updating and shipping schedule list to set up item maintenance on the system. Food-related tasks, as well as helping with all other purchasing-related tasks.

Responsibilities:

1. Provides administrative and clerical support to the department.
2. Types reports, purchase orders, memoranda, and other documents.
3. Research vendors and collect prices, specifications, and other data related to goods and services.
4. Purchase new items or food and cook new food for a tasting meeting with sales departments.
5. Establish and maintain a recordkeeping system for the purchasing department.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.
7. Clean and organize office shelves when needed.
8. Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs.
9. Research potential vendors.
10. Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
11. Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts).
12. Conduct market research to identify pricing trends.
13. Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices.
14. Prepare cost analysis.

Qualifications:

1. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
2. Ability to learn purchasing procedures and policies.
3. Ability to type 40 words per minute.
4. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
5. Fluent in Japanese (speak, write, and read).
6. Business level English and writing skills.
7. Participate in Food Expo once a year.
8. Mandatory participation during Company Inventory twice a year (June and December).
9. College Associate degree or higher.
10. Basic knowledge of Japanese food ingredients and industry.

Physical Requirements:

1. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
2. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.