POSITION SUMMARY
A food trading company is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support purchasing, inventory management, and supplier coordination. This role works closely with vendors, warehouse staff, and internal teams to ensure efficient operations and timely product availability.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage purchasing activities, inventory planning, and order fulfillment to ensure product availability.
Coordinate shipments and work closely with vendors, warehouses, and internal teams to resolve logistics issues.
Respond to inquiries regarding products, inventory, shipping schedules, and order status.
Support inventory management, quality control, and food safety-related activities.
Assist with supplier development, product research, and procurement negotiations.
Collaborate with Sales and Operations teams to support customer needs and business growth.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Business-level English required
Business-level Japanese or Chinese required
Bachelor's degree required; Business-related major preferred
1+ year of purchasing or procurement experience preferred
Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
Able to work independently and adapt to changing priorities
SALARY USD 22.00 - 26.00/Hour (DOE)
LOCATION Houston, TX
WORK STYLE Onsite
BENEFITS
All paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents.
Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
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