Procurement Specialist

ADP, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MU Aqua Engineering Inc. is expanding its U.S. operations and seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage supplier sourcing, purchasing activities, cost control, and vendor management.

The role emphasizes negotiating favorable terms, monitoring delivery schedules, and identifying cost-saving opportunities while ensuring materials meet project needs. Ideal candidates have procurement or supply chain experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and are proficient with Excel and ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in supply chain/procurement or related field.
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supplier management preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills essential.
• Familiar with purchase orders, purchasing processes and supplier coordination.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP or purchasing systems; detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and supplier management: identify and evaluate potential suppliers.
• Purchasing process: manage requisition to delivery; issue POs; ensure timely deliveries.
• Cost management: analyze market trends; develop procurement strategies; track supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Excel

ERP systems

Purchasing

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP software

Purchasing systems

Job description

MU Aqua Engineering Inc.is the U.S. subsidiary of Mega Union, a Taiwan-based company specializing in water treatment system services and semiconductor process water solutions. As our U.S. operations continue to expand, we are seeking aProcurement Specialistto support supplier sourcing, purchasing activities, cost control, and vendor management.

This role is ideal for candidates with procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience who can effectively manage the purchasing process, negotiate with suppliers, monitor delivery schedules, and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring materials and services meet project and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing and Supplier Management:

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with vendors to secure favorable agreements.
• Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and conduct regular performance reviews.

Purchasing Process:

• Manage the procurement process from requisition to delivery.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Monitor inventory levels and anticipate purchasing needs.

Cost Management:

• Analyze market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize spending.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supplier management preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Familiar with purchase orders, purchasing processes, and supplier coordination.
• Strong analytical and cost awareness skills.
• Proficient in Excel and comfortable working with ERP or purchasing systems.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple purchasing requests.