Job Details
Japanese or Chinese Bilingual Purchasing Assistant/Coordinator - Houston, TX
Position: Japanese or Chinese Bilingual Purchasing Assistant/Coordinator
Industry: Food Distributor
Location: Houston, TX
Salary: $18-25/hr
Status: Full Time/Direct Hire
Work Style: Office
Ref #: #33448
Responsibilities
- Monitor inventory and prepare purchase orders based on demand and lead times.
- Coordinate deliveries and resolve shipping or fulfillment issues.
- Ensure compliance with FDA and USDA food safety regulations.
- Investigate inventory discrepancies and assist with inventory counts.
- Support new product setup and collaborate on product evaluations.
- Process invoices and purchasing documentation.
- Work cross-functionally with Sales, Warehouse, and Accounting to ensure smooth operation
- Source products and maintain relationships with domestic suppliers
Qualifications
- Japanese or Chinese bilingual language skills are required
- Previous purchasing, procurement, inventory, or supply chain experience preferred.
- Experience in the food manufacturing or food distribution industry is a plus.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ERP or inventory management system experience is preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.