Purchasing Associate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K Matching

Cellphone allowance

Mileage reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

On‑Job Training

Job summary

Nongshim America, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Associate (Entry Level) in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. You will procure raw materials, coordinate with overseas vendors, and manage POs and invoices to ensure on-time production for soup and noodle lines.

The role welcomes 1–3 years of experience and a university degree or equivalent; SAP and Microsoft Office proficiency are required. This in-person position offers employee benefits and a starting salary range based on experience.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• University degree or equivalent experience in lieu of college preferred.
• A major in Business Administration (Accounting/Finance) and/or Supply Chain preferred.
• English is required; Korean is preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Basic procurement knowledge and understanding of basic accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials and coordinate with overseas vendors.
• Manage supplier complaints, SQF requirements, and ISO management.
• Source new materials and establish relationships with new vendors and related documentation.
• Plan daily schedules to meet soup and noodle production demands.
• Manage Purchase Orders from issuance to delivery and verify invoices.
• Identify issues affecting the production line and report promptly.
• Support continuous improvement opportunities with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

SAP

Microsoft Office

Inventory control

Cost optimization

English fluency

Education

University degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purchasing Associate (Entry Level)

Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA

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.

• 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%
• Cellphone Allowances
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• 10 Paid Vacation
• 5 Paid Sick Days
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee development program
• On-Job Training Program
• Career-Path
• Lunch Catering for employees
• Various Team building programs
• Health Wellness

Job Type

Full-time (non-exempt)

Starting Salary Range

starting $59,000 to $65,000 per year based on experience

Schedule

• 8 hour shift

Ability To Work In Person

• Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730