Procurement Agent (Korean Speaking)

Procurement Agent (Korean Speaking)Hatch is seeking a Korean speaking Procurement Agent in Clarksville, TN. The Procurement Agent is involved in the project from the initiation phase until the closing of the Purchase Order or Contract. The Procurement Agent is the custodian of all pre-award activities related to the purchase of project materials/equipment and services (including engineered, standard [commercial off-the-shelf] and bulk items). Duties include clarifying/negotiating the commercial terms and conditions, proper Incoterms, payment terms/milestones relating to purchase orders and contracts as well as preparing and issuing the purchase order or contract for execution. In summary, the Procurement Agent is responsible for managing the bidders' selection, bidding process, evaluation and recommendation, as well as the award process, thereby maximizing efficiencies and minimizing risk related to financial and schedule performance.Key Responsibilities:Liaison with Package Coordinator to obtain and verify technical specifications, with the Planner to verify lead times and delivery dates and with Logistics to assure cost effective and practical IncotermsPreparation of Commercial Bid documents (including contractual terms and conditions, delivery requirements, quality/inspection requirements and other documents related to the scope of supply, etc.), and issuing of Bid Documents to Bidders from an approved Bidder's ListManage the bidding process by: Managing the prequalification and selection of bidders Prepare and issue Bidders List and coordinate approval process Supervise and maintain the confidentiality and integrity of the bid process. Log bid questions and responses and issue addenda as required. Purchasing Agent must be the ONLY point of contact during the bid process from RFQ until award. All queries must go through procurementCoordinate technical evaluations and conduct commercial evaluations, use of proper Incoterms, payment terms/milestones including clarifications and/or negotiationsReview vendor comments of General terms and conditions and incorporate Special terms and conditions, as requiredResponsible to meet schedule milestones for Bid-Evaluate-Award cyclesPrepare and issue Recommendation to Award including its approval. If required, prepare and issue a Letter of Award to Vendor / ContractorPrepare and issue Purchase Order for executionHandover to Expeditor for standard and bulk packages and/or Purchasing Administrator for major packages. If a Contract, handover to Contract Administrator for contract executionQualifications and Experience:Associates Degree. Bachelors Degree is a plusMust speak Korean and EnglishOrganizational skillsAttention to detailAdaptability to new environmentsWillingness to learn and apply new skillsDiligent work ethic3-5 years' experience in business or technical fieldWhy join us? Work with great people to make a difference Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions Top employerWhat we offer you? Flexible work environment Long term career development Think globally, work locallyDon't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed. We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.