Buyer

Job description

Buyer Job Description

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Buyer who speaks Mandarin to our liaison between our company here in Portland and our Factory in China. Hiring for part-time but we are willing to hire for full-time if candidate has marketing and or ERP systems expertise.

You will be responsible for communicating with our factory, as we currently experience language barrier issues. Your responsibilities will include processing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, tracking orders, creating and maintaining an inventory, quality assurance and liaising with inventory teams and management. The buyer will work with staff across departments to forecast the needs of the business and make purchase decisions based on demand.

You will need to have flexible work hours so you can manage communications between both China and local time zones.

The Buyer should be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to budget. Knowledge of sales and marketing principles is advantageous.
Buyer Responsibilities:

• Liaison between China factory and local business, work with both time zones.
• Research, select and purchase quality products and materials.
• Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing.
• Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.
• Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels.
• Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Analyze market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions.
• Coordinate with inventory team, management, and stockroom as required.
• Assess quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management.
• Ability to travel.

Buyer Requirements: * Must speak Mandarin

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.
• Relevant experience preferred.
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint).
• Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Occasional domestic and/or international travel.'

'Work Remotely * No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Mandarin (Required)

Work Location: One location