Korean-Speaking Procurement Manager

EchoLink; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EchoLink in Indiana is seeking a Procurement Manager to own day-to-day operations at the Kokomo branch, working hands-on with staff while supervising their work and coordinating with clients and suppliers.

The role emphasizes supplier negotiations, contract administration, and new business development support, with a focus on delivering cost savings, timely orders, and compliant procurement processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement/purchasing or B2B industrial sales (MRO experience strongly preferred)
• Must be fully proficient in Korean and English
• Demonstrated ability to run operations independently and supervise team members
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration skills
• Proposal writing and customer presentation skills; ability to identify customer needs through direct engagement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks
• Excellent attention to detail; ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Bilingual required (English and Korean)

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day procurement operations hands-on together with general staff: sourcing, RFQ management, customer quotations, purchase order issuance, order expediting, delivery tracking, and invoice reconciliation.
• Take full responsibility for the accuracy and timeliness of all branch procurement work; step in directly whenever workload or deadlines require.
• Supervise, train, and guide procurement staff; allocate work and review quality of output.
• Report operational status, issues, and key metrics to the Branch Manager regularly, escalating critical matters promptly.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement process improvements to streamline workflows and reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate and complete procurement and supply chain data; prepare internal and external reports as required.
• Serve as the primary operational point of contact for existing customers.
• Collect, organize, and analyze new customer requirements; report findings and coordinate actions.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers through pricing, RFQ status, PO status, and deliveries.
• Identify, evaluate, and select appropriate suppliers by product category; negotiate pricing, lead times, and contract terms.
• Establish and manage supply contracts by product category to secure pricing, stable supply, and favorable terms.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive cost-saving and lead-time improvement initiatives.
• Conduct market research and propose alternative product options to customers with cost-saving or lead time benefits.
• Support new business development activities, including preparing proposals for prospective customers.
• Meet with prospective customers to identify needs and incorporate findings into proposals.
• Deliver presentations to customers and support contract discussions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and applicable regulations.
• Perform other job-related duties as needed.

Skills

Korean-English bilingual

Negotiation

Vendor management

Contract administration

Proposal writing

Customer presentations

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

Job description

EchoLink in Indiana is seeking a Procurement Manager to own day-to-day operations at the Kokomo branch, working hands-on with staff while supervising their work and coordinating with clients and suppliers.

The role emphasizes supplier negotiations, contract administration, and new business development support, with a focus on delivering cost savings, timely orders, and compliant procurement processes.