Purchasing Associate

ADP, Inc.; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insured

401K Matching

Vacation time

Sick days

Holidays

On-Job Training

Lunch catering for employees

Job summary

ADP, Inc. in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is seeking a Purchasing Associate to procure materials, manage supplier relations, and oversee POs and invoices to ensure smooth production operations.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, compliance with SQF and ISO standards, and continuous improvement in the procurement process. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of relevant experience, a university degree (Business Administration or Supply Chain preferred), and proficiency in SAP and Microsoft

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience required.
• University degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Major in Business Administration and/or Supply Chain preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials, coordinating with overseas vendors and suppliers.
• Manage supplier complaints, SQF requirements, new material vendor approvals, and ISO management.
• Source new materials and manage vendor documentation.
• Manage daily production schedules to meet kitchen demands.
• Create and manage Purchase Orders from issue to delivery.
• Verify invoices for PO-BL-Verification and resolve discrepancies with vendors.
• Identify production-line issues and report promptly.
• Drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain new material and vendor policies per SQF processes.
• Communicate delivery dates to vendors before PO submission.
• Inform field ops and project management of cost overruns or delays.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Analytical thinking

English proficiency

Korean language

Other languages

Education

University degree

Supply Chain major preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Purchasing Associate

Full Time Rancho Cucamonga, CA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1079

Salary Range: $28.50 To $29.07 Hourly

Jobs and Responsibilities

Procure raw materials, coordinating specifically with overseas vendors and suppliers .

Manage supplier complaints, SQF (Safe Quality Food) requirements, new material vendor approvals, and ISO management .

Source new materials, establish relationships with new vendors, and manage all related vendor documentation .

Manage daily schedules to meet both soup and noodle production demands, prioritizing other tasks as needed .

Properly and accurately manage Purchase Orders (POs) from issuance through to delivery .

Perform thorough invoice verification to ensure PO-BL-Verification accuracy and identify/resolve any invoice discrepancies directly with vendors .

Independently identify possible issues affecting the production line and report them in a timely and urgent manner .

Identify continuous improvement opportunities and foster a continuous improvement culture with a cross-functional, collaborative mindset .

Manage new material and vendor policies in accordance with SQF procurement processes .

Communicate expected delivery dates to vendors at, or prior to, the time the purchase order is submitted.

Notify field operations and project management regarding any material cost overruns and/or material delays.

Qualifications and Skills

1 to 3 years of relevant experience .

University degree or equivalent experience in lieu of college preferred.

A major in Business Administration (preferably in Accounting and/or Finance) and/or Supply Chain is preferred .

English is required; Korean is preferred.

Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office .

Basic procurement knowledge and an understanding of basic accounting principles .

Basic knowledge of material cycle counting and basic administrative tasks .

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills .

Industry certifications or licenses are not required but are welcomed .

Authorized to work lawfully in the United States.

Employee Benefits:

• 100% coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (Fully paid by company)
• 401K Matching up to 4%
• Employee Discounts
• 10 Paid Vacation
• 5 Paid Sick Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• On-Job Training Program
• Lunch Catering for employees

Job Type: Full-time (non-exempt) Starting Salary Range: starting $59,000 to $65,000 per year based on experience
(Negotiable depending on experience, excluding bonus and other earnings)