Strategic Purchasing Planner - Growth, PTO, Relocation

AOI; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) match

PTO

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc (AOI) is seeking a Purchasing Planner to support procurement activities, supplier coordination, and inventory planning at our Sugar Land, Texas facility. You will evaluate purchasing needs, monitor market trends, and coordinate timely procurement of materials to optimize costs.

Responsibilities include PO processing, supplier liaison, cost analysis support, and collaboration with warehouse teams to align with demand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a buyer-related role.
• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of procurement processes, sourcing methodologies, and purchasing lifecycle.
• Ability to support supplier negotiations, evaluate purchasing costs, and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate in a multicultural team.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage purchase orders, monitor delivery schedules, and resolve purchasing discrepancies, including shortages and RMAs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for suppliers regarding order status, lead times, and quality-related concerns.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations, support cost-breakdown analyses, and provide information to assist purchasing decisions.
• Collaborate with warehouse teams to align purchasing activities with inventory requirements and operational demand.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve procurement processes, workflows, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multicultural teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc (AOI) is seeking a Purchasing Planner to support procurement activities, supplier coordination, and inventory planning at our Sugar Land, Texas facility. You will evaluate purchasing needs, monitor market trends, and coordinate timely procurement of materials to optimize costs.

Responsibilities include PO processing, supplier liaison, cost analysis support, and collaboration with warehouse teams to align with demand.