Purchasing Administrator - Japanese Language Skills a Plus

About the job Purchasing Administrator - Japanese Language Skills a Plus A leading Japanese food manufacturer is looking for a Purchasing Administrator to join their team.[Main Responsibilities]Coordinated procurement of ingredients, packaging, and supplies for their production.Created, processed, and tracked purchase orders for the ingredients, and packaging materials.Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with production planners to determine timely purchasing needs.Ensured on-time delivery of all materials to meet production schedules.Communicated with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, lead times, and order status.Assisted in evaluating suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, and performance.Resolved order discrepancies, delivery delays, and material quality issues.Maintained accurate purchasing records, pricing lists, contracts, and vendor information.Updated ERP/inventory systems with purchase orders, receipts, and delivery confirmations.Prepared reports on purchasing activity, cost trends, and material usage.Partnered with Production, QA, Finance, and Warehouse teams to support cross-department operations.[Qualifications & Skills]Must be legally authorized to work in the United States2-5 years of experience in purchasing, inventory, or administrative support (food manufacturing preferred).Strong understanding of procurement workflows and inventory systems.Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office.Detail-oriented with strong data entry and record-keeping accuracy.Skilled in vendor communication and relationship management.Basic knowledge of Japanese food manufacturing processes is preferred.Ability to analyze pricing and cost data; team-oriented mindset.Strong English communication skills are required. Japanese language ability is a plus, but not required.[Benefits]Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) PlanCompany Holidays + Birthday HolidayPaid Vacation & Sick LeaveEmployee DiscountsLocation: Irvine, California (On-site Only)Work Hours: Mon to Fri, 8:30am to 5:30pm (1 hour lunch break)Salary: $52,000~66,000 annually, depending on experience