Procurement Specialist

Kurita Europe GmbH; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kurita Europe GmbH in the United States is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support day-to-day microelectronics procurement operations, including sourcing materials, issuing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery to meet project needs.

This position emphasizes RFQ preparation, PO creation, lead-time management, and close coordination with engineering, production, quality, and accounts payable to ensure compliant procurement.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in supply chain, ideally in a Manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing RFQ packages based on the engineer MCL (Main Component List) and manufacturing specifications. Send RFQ’s to approved suppliers and follow up to ensure timely response.
• Review quotations to ensure alignment with engineering specifications.
• Create and issue accurate purchase orders and reflect contractual pricing, quantities, and lead time expectation. Ensure POs reflect correct pricing, quantities, lead time and terms.
• Monitor and track purchase order status and delivery timelines. Notify internal teams of any delays or changes in supply status
• Help maintain relationships with vendors and address routine inquiries or issues. Work with suppliers to resolve minor discrepancies related to deliveries or documentation.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, production, quality/inspection, and accounts payable teams to ensure alignment on procurement activities.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and ethics codes and ensure that they are communicated and implemented within each project.
• Performs special projects/duties as assigned by procurement manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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At Kurita, we aim to create new value for water and deliver solutions that support responsible resource use. Our philosophy guides us: “Study the properties of water, master them, and we will create an environment in which nature and humanity are in harmony.”We act with integrity, customer focus, and a steadfast commitment to innovation and safety.

Procurement Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

This role is to support our day-to-day Microelectronics procurement operations. This role will assist in sourcing materials, coordinating with vendors, issuing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of equipment to meet project and production requirements. This position is ideal for someone with foundational experience in procurement who is ready to take the next step in their career.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in preparing RFQ packages based on the engineer MCL (Main Component List) and manufacturing specifications. Send RFQ’s to approved suppliers and follow up to ensure timely response.
• Review quotations to ensure alignment with engineering specifications.
• Create and issue accurate purchase orders and reflect contractual pricing, quantities, and lead time expectation. Ensure POs reflect correct pricing, quantities, lead time and terms.
• Monitor and track purchase order status and delivery timelines. Notify internal teams of any delays or changes in supply status
• Help maintain relationships with vendors and address routine inquiries or issues. Work with suppliers to resolve minor discrepancies related to deliveries or documentation.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, production, quality/inspection, and accounts payable teams to ensure alignment on procurement activities.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and ethics codes and ensure that they are communicated and implemented within each project.
• Performs special projects/duties as assigned by procurement manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in supply chain, ideally in a Manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Effective time management with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• High level of accountability and integrity

Kurita Group specialises in optimising the reliability and efficiency of industrial plants and projects. Our customised technologies and patented products for industrial water, paper and process treatment improve plant efficiency and plant lifetime as well as reducing costly downtimes.