Buyer

Job Description Summary

Manage inventory, purchasing activities, planning, forecasting and meeting the overall supply demands of Kiss Group.

A purchasing Specialist is responsible for supporting the procurement process by researching and sourcing goods and services from vendors, placing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring timely receipt of items needed for a company's operations, often while adhering to budget constraints and company policies; key duties include reviewing purchase requisitions, contacting vendors for pricing and availability, resolving delivery issues, maintaining accurate purchase records and responsible of managing inventory.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supply Chain Execution Management

• Manage end-to-end execution of supply activities from purchase order placement through shipment completion.
• Coordinate daily operational activities with global manufacturing partners.
• Ensure alignment between production schedules, shipping plans, and business requirements.
• Maintain visibility of supply chain risks and execution status.

Purchasing & Order Management

• Manage purchase order creation, revisions, cancellations, and expedite requests.
• Review supplier confirmations and maintain purchase order accuracy.
• Monitor open purchase orders and ensure timely execution.
• Coordinate order changes based on business and inventory requirements.

Production Scheduling & Factory Coordination

• Monitor production schedules and manufacturing progress against committed timelines.
• Coordinate priority production requests and expedite activities.
• Identify and communicate production risks and delays.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve schedule adherence and operational execution.

Shipment Coordination & Supply Readiness

• Manage shipment readiness processes for assigned product categories.
• Verify ready-to-ship quantities and shipment schedules.
• Coordinate ETD updates and shipping schedule changes.
• Support replenishment planning through timely shipment execution.

Supplier Relationship Management

• Serve as primary operational contact for assigned suppliers.
• Monitor supplier responsiveness and delivery performance.
• Coordinate corrective actions related to supply disruptions, production delays, and shipping issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives with manufacturing partners.

Inventory & Supply Risk Management

• Monitor inventory impacts caused by production or supply disruptions.
• Support shortage mitigation and supply recovery plans.
• Collaborate with Planning teams to maintain inventory health and supply continuity.
• Escalate critical risks impacting customer service or inventory objectives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, Logistics, Product Development, Marketing, and Operations teams.
• Support new product launches and promotional execution activities.
• Ensure alignment between supply execution activities and business priorities.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing, production follow-up, and supply chain workflows.
• Support SAP process enhancements and reporting improvements.
• Participate in operational excellence and supply chain optimization initiatives.

Benefits

• Premium Medical Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) based on seniority
• Paid Holidays

Additional Workplace Offerings (subject to change or eligibility.)

• Annual Bonus Plan
• Onsite Employee Fitness Center with Indoor Racquetball Court and Yoga Room
• Summer Fridays
• Complimentary Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Relocation Support for New Hires
• Work Anniversary Recognitions
• Congratulatory & Condolence Gifts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• License/Certification Reimbursements
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Visa Sponsorships (100% paid by the company) i.e., New H-1B, H-1B Transfer, O-1, and Green Card
• Commuter Support (Shuttle Bus Program and EZPass Support)
• Vehicle Perks

Qualification(s)

Education(s): Bachelor of Science (B.S): Business Administration/Management

Work Experience

Experience Range II: 2 - 4 years of relevant experience or industry exposure in a related field

Skill(s): Detail-Oriented, Negotiation Tactics, Public Relations Communications:

• Language(s): Korean
• Certification(s): Not Applicable
• The anticipated compensation range is
• 21.50 - 39.75 USD Hourly

Pay and benefits

Actual compensation will be determined based on various factors including qualifications, education, experience, and location. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.