Purchasing Associate

Nongshim USA INC; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life保险 (全

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 summary

Nongshim USA INC in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is seeking a Purchasing Associate to procure raw materials and coordinate with overseas vendors to support soup and noodle production.

The role emphasizes supplier relationships, invoice verification, and ISO/SQF compliance, with opportunities for process improvements and a strong focus on timely delivery and accuracy.

Qualifications

• 1–3 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.

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.

Skills

Procurement

SAP

Microsoft Office

PO management

Invoice verification

Vendor relationship management

Analytical thinking

English proficiency

Korean language (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Finance / Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

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Purchasing Associate

Full Time Rancho Cucamonga, CA, US

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)