Bilingual Procurement Specialist (Korean / English)

We are seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative Procurement Specialist / Buyer to support our growing U.S. manufacturing operations across our Houston and Indiana facilities. This role manages the purchasing and delivery of production raw materials, indirect consumables, equipment, and contracted services, while overseeing supply chain management (SCM) and international logistics. The ideal candidate must be bilingual in Korean and English to facilitate smooth cross-border collaboration and operational alignment between our U.S. entities, Korean headquarters, and production facilities in Vietnam. Key Responsibilities Raw & Consumable Materials Purchasing: Procure raw materials, subsidiary materials, and manufacturing consumables required for production lines across U.S. entities (Houston, TX & Indiana), ensuring timely on-site delivery. Supply Chain Management (SCM): Maintain, evaluate, and optimize existing vendor/supplier relationships while actively sourcing and qualifying new competitive SCM partners. New Project Launches: Coordinate procurement requirements for new project ramp-ups in close alignment with Korean HQ and Vietnam manufacturing teams. Import Customs Clearance & Logistics: Oversee international freight forwarding, customs clearance, tracking, and inland logistics to prevent production downtime. Capital Equipment & Service Contracting: Issue purchase orders (POs) and negotiate contracts for manufacturing machinery, tooling, equipment, and third-party maintenance/facility services. Qualifications & Requirements Experience Level: Open to both Entry-Level and Experienced professionals. Bilingual Proficiency (Required): Fluent in both Korean and English (written and verbal). Must be capable of conducting regular business communication with Korean headquarters and overseas teams in Vietnam. Trade & Logistics Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding or hands-on experience with U.S. import customs regulations, clearance procedures, and global logistics workflows. Cross-Cultural Communication: Strong intercultural agility with the ability to bridge American and Korean corporate environments. Effective communication skills to collaborate productively with visiting expatriates, HQ leadership, and international plant personnel. Preferred Qualifications Prior direct practical experience in purchasing, procurement, or vendor management within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Current residence in or proximity to Houston, TX Technical familiarity with Energy Storage Systems ( ESS ) components, including mechanical/structural hardware and electrical/electronic parts. Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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