Purchasing Specialist – Growth, Flexibility & Benefits

Hyundai Motor Company; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) plan and paid time off

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Company in Georgia is seeking an entry-level supply chain associate to support vendor management, inventory tracking, and cross‑department collaboration. You will review materials forecasts and assist with reporting and analytics to enable smooth production runs.

Responsibilities include placing orders, evaluating vendors, negotiating pricing, and maintaining ERP data. This role offers growth opportunities within a globally recognized automotive manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (all majors) required.
• Solid Excel and computer skills.
• Deep understanding of external market and current trends.
• Experience in General Purchasing.
• Domestic / International travel required.

Responsibilities

• Place orders with vendors according to planned manufacturing schedules.
• Research and evaluate various vendors to determine best price, quality, and availability.
• Ensure materials are purchased at the best possible price by conducting research and analysis of vendors and costs.
• Prepare, report, and implement RFQ for general purchasing.
• Select, develop, and manage the supply base for General Purchasing products and services by preparing RFQs, negotiating spot purchases and long-term agreements, maintaining competitive pricing, leading cost reduction activities, and monitoring supplier quality and delivery.
• Formulate and implement yearly commodity and supply base strategy.
• Work closely with suppliers to optimize supplier processes.
• Explore available technology and implement best practices related to purchasing activities.
• Plan, organize, track, and disseminate information related to General Purchasing suppliers.
• Manage vendor and pricing data in the ERP system.

Skills

Excel

Teamwork

Planning & organizing

Problem solving

Communication

Strategic thinking

Flexibility

General Purchasing

Education

Bachelor’s degree (any major)

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Hyundai Motor Company in Georgia is seeking an entry-level supply chain associate to support vendor management, inventory tracking, and cross‑department collaboration. You will review materials forecasts and assist with reporting and analytics to enable smooth production runs.

Responsibilities include placing orders, evaluating vendors, negotiating pricing, and maintaining ERP data. This role offers growth opportunities within a globally recognized automotive manufacturer.