Assistant Purchasing Manager at QUICK USA, Inc.

Position Assistant Purchasing ManagerSummaryA Japanese food trading company is Assistant Purchasing ManagerEssential DutiesIssues purchase orders to suppliers based on the designated stock level and lead-time. Assists department manager to manage all purchasing department personnel matters and job performances Maintains and analyzes order receiving records from different suppliers including but not limited to quality and quantities and determines the best procurement option for the company.Evaluates and assures the qualities of received items are consistent with purchase orders Ensures product quality by sampling and customer feedback; addresses problems with suppliers and resolves the issues.Researches and selects prospective vendors and negotiates prices/contracts.Coordinates with the purchasing team to build and maintain relationships with suppliers; assures the quality of products timely delivery and compliance of contracts are consistently addressed. Sets up vendor numbers and item stock numbers in a timely manner.Analyzes and forecasts product sales volume and market demands and creates purchase orders based on sales volume demands and inventory levelAssists department manager to manage all aspects of liquor refrigerated frozen and dry food non-food purchases including sourcing price negotiations transportation planning and product development. Counts item inventory whenever the numbers are inconsistent to the warehouse inventory records. Frequently reviews inventory for discrepancies large volume outbound orders slow selling items and expired items and works with the warehouse for resolutionsDevelops and executes purchasing strategies to support the organization's business objectivesAttends Company events and functions outside of normal working hoursOther duties as requiredObligation to answer all upper management as requestedWorking Hours Working styleM-F: 9:00 – 18:00Working LocationHOUSTON TXSalary Benefit$50K–$60K QualificationsAble to lift up to 40 pounds occasionallyBusiness level English requiredBusiness level Japanese requiredMaintains a positive attitude Able to work independently and as a team Able to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in business preferred3 years of Japanese food purchasing experiences requiredDemonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detailPossesses basic mathematical knowledge such as markups discounts counting inventory weight and measurement conversions combining etc.Has strong customer service and problem-solving skillsHas strong communications and interpersonal skillsDemonstrates basic Microsoft Office proficiencyCommunications and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of ERP systemsKnowledge of Japanese foods/non-food items and kitchen supplies Key Skills CCIE,CMA,Assembling,IT Operations,Avionics Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1